This cleansing agent is both biodegradable and flexible in its uses, with the ability to clean effectively and produce strong foam. However, it shares a common issue found in many surfactants, which is that it can be harsh on the skin. Specifically, sodium c14-16 olefin sulfonate, which is commonly employed as a detergent cleaner, has a tendency to dry out and irritate the skin. Despite being derived from coconut, its inclusion in formulas can be difficult due to concerns around stability. Nevertheless, it is known to produce significant amounts of foam.