The present invention relates to novel aqueous N-acyl glycinate compositions wherein the said compositions are free-flowing, pumpable, phase-stable on long-term storage, and processable at sub-zero temperatures; more specifically below −;5° C. The present invention also relates to the use of these aqueous N-acyl glycinate compositions in preparing isotropic aqueous skin and hair cleansing formulations such as body wash, shower gels, shampoos, and other.