HY AOS

Description

Alpha-Olefin Sulfonates (AOS) are a group of anionic surfactants derived from alpha-olefins, known for their mildness, high foaming, and excellent cleansing properties. They are often used as a sulfate-free alternative to SLS/SLES in personal care products like shampoos, body washes, and hand soaps. AOS is also biodegradable and compatible with hard water.
Key Properties and Benefits:
Mildness: AOS is gentle on the skin and hair, making it suitable for sensitive skin and sensitive scalp formulations.
High Foaming: It produces a rich, creamy lather, making it ideal for cleansing products.
Excellent Cleansing: AOS effectively removes dirt, oils, and impurities from the skin and hair.
Biodegradable: AOS is considered environmentally friendly due to its biodegradability.
Hard Water Compatibility: It performs well even in hard water conditions, maintaining its cleansing and foaming abilities.
Versatility: AOS can be used in a wide range of products, including shampoos, body washes, hand soaps, and even some industrial applications like Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR).
Compatibility with other surfactants: AOS can be easily combined with other surfactants like amphoterics (e.g., Coco Betaine) to enhance its mildness and performance.
Common Applications:
Personal Care: Shampoos, body washes, hand soaps, facial cleansers, and other rinse-off products.
Household Cleaning: Laundry detergents and dishwashing liquids.
Enhanced Oil Recovery (EOR): As a foaming agent and stabilizer in EOR techniques.
Textiles: As a wetting agent and emulsifier in textile processing.
Technical Details:
INCI Name: Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate.