Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate

Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate is a high-performance anionic surfactant derived from alpha olefins in the C14-16 carbon chain range, offering superior foaming and cleansing properties compared to traditional sulfates. Formulators favor this ingredient for its excellent flash foam generation, hard water tolerance, and ability to maintain stable viscosity across a wide range of formulations, making it particularly popular in sulfate-free shampoos and body washes. Its balanced carbon chain length provides an optimal combination of mildness and cleaning efficacy, with better skin compatibility than shorter-chain sulfonates while maintaining strong detergency.