AccessPON LES(S)

Mild Anionic Surfactant for Gentle, High-Foaming Cleansers

INCI Name: Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate

AccessPON LES(S) is an exceptionally mild, high-foaming anionic surfactant based on Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate. It delivers creamy, stable lather while remaining gentle to skin and eyes, making it ideal for sulfate-free shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, baby products, and frequent-use hand soaps.

Perfect For These Applications

Other cosmetic uses possible—contact us for formulation guidance.

Sulfate-Free Shampoos

Creates a luxurious, stable foam that cleanses thoroughly while remaining gentle on the scalp; helps reduce the irritation potential of the overall surfactant system.
Gentle Facial Cleansers

Provides effective cleansing with a soft, creamy lather that rinses clean without tightness or dryness; ideal for daily use on all skin types.
Mild Body Washes & Shower Gels

Delivers rich, cushiony foam while maintaining skin comfort, perfect for sensitive or dry skin-focused formulations.
Baby Care Products

Serves as an ultra-mild primary or secondary surfactant for gentle baby shampoos and washes with low eye and skin irritation.
Foaming Hand Soaps

Supports frequent-use hand cleansing with a dense, satisfying lather that feels mild and rinses easily.
Bubble Baths

Generates dense, long-lasting bubbles while remaining gentle to the skin for an elevated bath experience.

How to Use AccessPON LES(S) in Your Formulations

Understanding AccessPON LES(S)

Think of a surfactant as the ingredient that does the actual cleaning in your shampoo or face wash. Some traditional options can feel harsh or stripping, but AccessPON LES(S) is different. It delivers rich, satisfying foam while staying very gentle on skin and eyes, making it ideal for sulfate-free, sensitive-skin, and everyday cleansers.

For formulators: AccessPON LES(S) is Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate, a mild anionic surfactant. Despite the similar name, it is not a sulfate. Its relatively large, ethoxylated structure contributes to low skin and eye irritation and helps reduce the irritation potential of other anionic surfactants in blends. It produces dense, creamy foam and is a strong choice as either a primary surfactant in gentle systems or a secondary surfactant to improve mildness and lather quality.

Formulation Tips

Usage depends on role: use 15–40% as a primary surfactant in gentle shampoos and cleansers; use 4–15% as a secondary surfactant to boost foam and reduce irritation in existing systems.

Add AccessPON LES(S) to the water phase; it is compatible with cold processing. Unlike SLES, sulfosuccinates do not build viscosity with salt (NaCl), so use polymeric or gum thickeners (e.g., acrylates copolymers, xanthan) or blend with amphoterics (e.g., Cocamidopropyl Betaine) or amine oxides for viscosity and foam synergy. Target a slightly acidic pH of about 4.5–6.5 for optimal skin compatibility and performance.

Key Formulation Benefits:

Exceptionally Mild: Cleans effectively without stripping, suitable for sensitive skin and frequent-use formats.
Rich, Dense Lather: Delivers a creamy, luxurious foam in shampoos, body washes, and facial cleansers.
Sulfate-Free Friendly: Enables “sulfate-free” claims while maintaining strong cleansing performance.
Irritation Reduction: As a co-surfactant, it lowers the irritation profile of harsher anionics like SLS/SLES.
Cold-Process Compatible: Simplifies manufacturing and helps protect heat-sensitive actives.
Versatile & Cost-Effective: Works across hair, face, and body formats and is economical versus many specialty mild surfactants.

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Benefits	Clean & Natural, Cold-Process Compatible, Formulation Versatility, Processing Benefits, Sulfate-Free
INCI Name	Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate
Usage Rate	4%-40%
Functional Type	Anionic Surfactants, Mild Cleansing Agents, Sulfate-Free Surfactants, Surfactants & Cleansing Agents
Phase Compatibility	Cool-Down Phase, Water Phase
Application Area	Body, Face, Hair, Scalp
Product Type Suitability	Bath Products, Cleansers, Shampoos
Certifications	Biodegradable
Physical Form	Liquid

Frequently Asked Questions About AccessPON LES(S)

It is a cleansing agent (surfactant). It creates foam and lifts away dirt and oils while staying very gentle on skin and eyes.

Although the names sound similar, Disodium Laureth Sulfosuccinate is not a sulfate. Its larger, ethoxylated structure makes it significantly milder and less irritating than SLS/SLES, yet it still provides rich, stable foam.

As a primary surfactant, use about 15–40%. As a secondary surfactant to boost mildness and foam, use about 4–15%.

Yes. Its very low irritation profile makes it a strong choice for gentle baby shampoos and washes.

It does not thicken with salt. Use polymeric or gum thickeners (e.g., acrylates copolymers, xanthan) and/or blend with amphoterics (e.g., Cocamidopropyl Betaine) for viscosity and foam synergy.

Add it to the water phase. It is liquid and water-soluble and can be processed cold unless other ingredients require heat.

Yes. It produces a rich, dense, and creamy lather that consumers associate with effective yet gentle cleansing.

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