A face wash base raw material is the pre-formulated foundation used to manufacture a facial cleanser. It typically contains surfactants (cleansing agents), thickeners, stabilizers, preservatives, and other ingredients that provide the basic cleansing action. Manufacturers then customize the base by adding fragrances, colors, botanical extracts, active ingredients, or moisturizing agents.
Primary Mild Surfactants
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine gentle cleanser, improves foam.
- Decyl Glucoside plant-derived, very mild.
- Coco Glucoside mild cleansing and good compatibility.
- Lauryl Glucoside enhances foam and cleansing.
- Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate creamy foam, often used in premium cleansers.
- Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate good cleansing with low irritation.