Surfactant Percentage for Mousse Facial Cleanser

For a mousse-type facial cleanser using a foaming pump, the total percentage of active surfactant matter (ASM) is crucial for generating and maintaining stable foam. Unlike traditional liquid cleansers, mousse formulations typically require a lower total ASM.

A general guideline for the total active surfactant matter in a mousse cleanser designed for a foaming pump is typically in the range of 8-15%.

The exact percentage within this range will depend on the specific surfactants used in the formulation. It is important to select surfactants that are gentle and produce a fine, stable foam suitable for the mousse pump mechanism. Some examples of surfactants that can be used in facial cleansers include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, IseFoam (Sodium Lauroyl Methyl Isethionate), Cond-Foam (Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate), Sophorolipid, and Sucrose Cocoate.

Experimentation with different surfactant combinations and concentrations within this range is recommended to achieve the desired foam quality and cleansing performance.