Sodium Xylenesulfonate
Sodium Xylenesulfonate is a hydrotrope ingredient. It’s in 147 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, body wash and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A hydrotrope. Keeps ingredients dissolved so cleansers stay clear.
What it does
Contains Sodium Xylenesulfonate: hydrotrope
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 38121, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as sodium xylenesulphonate.
Products that contain Sodium Xylenesulfonate
head & shoulders
for men
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Head & Shoulders
For Men (3 Action Formula)
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Pantene
formula pro vitaminas
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Olay
Fresh Radiance Body Wash with Essence of Birch Water and Lavender
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Olay
Fresh Radiance Body Wash with Essence of Strawberry and Mint
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Ivory
Gentle Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Hair & Body Wash
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Head&Shoulders
Head & Shoulders 2 in 1 Classic (Derma & Care Formula)
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head & shoulders
head & shoulders 2in1 classic clean
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Head & Shoulders
Head & Shoulders Classic
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head & shoulders coconut shampoo
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Procter & Gamble
Head & Shoulders Cool Menthol
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head and shoulder’s shampoo
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head and shoulders
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P&G
Head and shoulders
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Procter & Gamble
Head and Shoulders
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Head & Shoulders
head and shoulders classic
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head and shoulders
Head and Shoulders Refreshing Menthol Anti-Dandruff Shampoo For Men
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head&shoulders
head&shoulders shampooing antipelliculaire
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Herbal Essences
Hello Hydration 2 in 1 Shampoo & Conditioner, Moisture for Hair
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Hello Hydration Deeply Moisturizing Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Hydrating Coconut Water & Jasmine Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
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