AccessMILD LG95

Mild Amino Acid Surfactant for Gentle, Sulfate-Free Cleansers

INCI Name: Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate

AccessMILD LG95 is an exceptionally gentle, plant-derived surfactant powder perfect for creating high-performing, sulfate-free cleansing products. Based on the amino acid L-glutamic acid, it cleanses effectively without stripping the skin’s natural moisture barrier. It produces a rich, creamy, and stable lather, leaving skin and hair feeling soft and conditioned. Use it to formulate everything from luxurious facial cleansers to gentle baby shampoos.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Gentle Facial Cleansers

Creates luxurious cream or foam cleansers that remove impurities without causing dryness, ideal for sensitive and dry skin types.
Sulfate-Free Shampoos

Formulates mild, conditioning shampoos that cleanse the scalp and hair effectively while leaving hair feeling soft, smooth, and manageable.
Luxury Body Washes

Produces a dense, stable, and creamy lather that provides a gentle yet thorough cleanse, rinsing away cleanly without residue.
Baby Cleansing Products

Offers an ultra-mild cleansing action perfect for delicate baby skin and hair, supporting tear-free, non-irritating bath time experiences.
Powder-to-Foam Cleansers

Serves as the primary surfactant in water-free powder formulations that activate into a rich lather upon contact with water.
Mild Shaving Foams

Contributes to a rich, dense foam that provides excellent lubrication for a smooth shave while being gentle on the skin.

How to Use AccessMILD LG95 in Your Formulations

Understanding AccessMILD LG95

Most cleansers use ingredients called surfactants to grab onto oil and dirt so they can be washed away. However, many common surfactants, like sulfates (SLS/SLES), can be harsh and strip the natural oils from your skin and hair, leaving them feeling dry and tight. AccessMILD LG95 is different. It’s an anionic surfactant derived from natural sources: L-glutamic acid (an amino acid) and lauric acid (a fatty acid from coconut oil). This makes it incredibly gentle and biocompatible with the skin.

Think of it as a smart cleanser. It effectively removes dirt and excess oil but is mild enough to leave your skin’s protective barrier intact. For formulators, its key advantage is producing a wonderfully rich, dense, and creamy foam—not the big, airy bubbles you get from harsh detergents. This luxurious lather feels more moisturizing and provides a premium user experience that customers love, especially in products for sensitive skin, babies, or facial care. As a high-purity powder, it’s also an excellent choice for creating concentrated or water-free products like cleansing powders.

Formulation Tips

AccessMILD LG95 is versatile and can be used as either the primary or secondary surfactant in your formula. A typical usage rate is between 3–20%. For a gentle facial cleanser, use 5–10%. For a high-foaming shampoo, go up to 15–20%.

To incorporate it, add the powder to your water phase and stir. It may take some time to dissolve completely. You can gently heat the water to around 40–50°C (104–122°F) to speed up the process, but avoid boiling. This surfactant performs best in formulations with a final pH between 5.0 and 7.0, which is ideal for skin and hair care.

For even better performance, consider blending AccessMILD LG95 with other mild surfactants. Combining it with an amphoteric surfactant like Cocamidopropyl Betaine can boost foam volume and stability, creating an even more luxurious lather. Because it is so mild, it is an excellent choice for reducing the irritation potential of other, stronger surfactants in a blend.

Key Formulation Benefits:

Exceptionally Mild Cleansing: Derived from amino acids, it is extremely gentle on the skin, eyes, and hair—ideal for baby products and sensitive skin.
Rich, Creamy Lather: Produces a dense, stable, and luxurious foam that feels moisturizing—unlike the flash foam from harsh sulfates.
Sulfate-Free & Naturally Derived: Meets the demand for clean, green formulations; plant-derived and readily biodegradable.
Soft After-Feel: Cleanses without stripping natural lipids, leaving skin and hair soft, conditioned, and comfortable post-rinse.
Great for Powder Formats: High-purity powder form is perfect for waterless, powder-to-foam cleansers.
Versatile & Compatible: Works as a primary or co-surfactant and blends well with non-ionic and amphoteric surfactants.

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Benefits	Biodegradable, Clean & Natural, Natural Derived, Rich & Luxurious, Sulfate-Free, Texture & Sensory
INCI Name	Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Usage Rate	3%-20%
Functional Type	Anionic Surfactants, Mild Cleansing Agents, Powder Cleansers, Sulfate-Free Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
Phase Compatibility	Water Phase
Application Area	Body, Face, Hair, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Baby Products, Bath Products, Cleansers, Shampoos
Certifications	Biodegradable, Cruelty-Free, Naturally Derived, Vegan
Physical Form	Powder

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessMILD LG95

AccessMILD LG95 is a cleansing agent (surfactant). It creates a rich, creamy foam to wash away dirt and oil from the skin and hair. Its main benefit is exceptional mildness, helping you avoid the dryness associated with harsh sulfates.

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) can be effective but are often irritating and stripping. AccessMILD LG95 is made from an amino acid, making it significantly milder and suitable for sensitive skin, babies, and sulfate-free formulations.

Use 3–20%. Choose 3–8% when blending with other surfactants or for very gentle cleansers, and 10–20% when it’s the main cleansing agent (e.g., shampoos or body washes).

As a powder, it can take a few minutes to dissolve. Add it to the water phase with continuous stirring. Gentle warming to ~40°C (104°F) significantly speeds up dissolution. Avoid boiling.

It excels in any rinse-off product where gentleness is key: foaming facial cleansers, shampoos for sensitive scalps, luxury body washes, tear-free baby washes, and gentle shaving foams.

It can be included in solid cleansing bars, but it performs best in liquid or powder-to-foam formats. For solid bars, blend with solid surfactants like Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate (SCI) to achieve desired hardness and performance.

Yes, it is considered naturally derived. It’s made from plant-based L-glutamic acid and lauric acid (e.g., from coconut oil) and is readily biodegradable—great for eco-conscious formulations.

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