Ammonium Xylenesulfonate
What is Ammonium Xylenesulfonate?
Ammonium Xylenesulfonate is a synthetic surfactant and solubilizing agent derived from xylene sulfonic acid, commonly used in skincare formulations to enhance the solubility of fragrances, essential oils, and other hydrophobic ingredients in water-based products. It functions as a hydrotrope, preventing phase separation and improving product clarity and stability without significantly altering viscosity. This ingredient is typically found in cleansers, toners, shampoos, and other rinse-off formulations.
Roles in Formulation
This ingredient serves the following purposes in cosmetic formulations:
Hydrotrope
Improves solubility of poorly soluble ingredients (like fragrances) in water-based systems, helping maintain clarity and prevent separation or cloudiness.
Viscosity controlling agent
Adjusts thickness to the desired level for stability and usability, improving dispensing, suspension, and texture across many formulation types.
Surfactant
Lowers surface tension to enable cleansing, emulsifying, and foaming; central to shampoos, body washes, and many emulsions and micellar systems.