Sodium Cocoate

Soap made by saponifying coconut oil, valued in bar soaps for rich lather. Well tolerated in rinse-off use; the alkaline pH of true soap can feel drying on some skin, and very lather-heavy bars can be stripping for dry skin types.

Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.