Alpha Olefin Sulphonate Powder (AOS) 94%

Alpha Olefin Sulfonate (AOS) is a non-sulfate anionic surfactant that is commonly used in shampoos and other bath products owing to its skin-friendly properties, cleansing and foaming properties, and ability to combine well with water to remove dirt and oils. Petroleum cracking is the most common method for producing it in large quantities.

INCI Name- Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Molecular Formulae- C14H27NaO3S

Alternative Names- Sulfonic acids, C14-C16-alkane hydroxy

Purity of the Ingredients- 94%

Country of Origin- India

BENEFITS AND APPLICATIONS-

• AOS is mostly utilised as a major or secondary surfactant in rinse-off products such as hand washes, face washes, bubble baths, shampoos, and, most often, body washes.
• It’ll give your DIY formulation a rich, creamy shape and make the bubbles thick and fluffy.  
• Because it’s a natural and organic product, it’ll work wonders for folks with pH-sensitive skin.
• It’s a fantastic substitute for sulphate products, allowing you to make a sulphate-free recipe.
• It is effective with hard water.
• It may be used in solid or cream goods without having to heat the solution.

HOW IT WORKS-

• It cleans your skin and hair by eliminating dirt and pollutants combined with oils.
• It works by enabling the oils to mingle with the water, which can then be washed away easily, effectively washing the targeted region.

CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY-

• It is recommended that it should be used at a concentration of 10–16%.
• It is soluble in water, alcohol, and glycerol but is insoluble in oil.

HOW TO USE- 

• Prepare the oil and water phases of your formulation separately.
• Heat the oil and water phase using a double boiler.
• Add our AOC to the water phase, accompanied by constant stirring.
• Blend both the phases together using a mini-mixer or a large mixing brush.