SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE

Ingredient type:  SURFACTANT

Anionic surfactant

✨ Role: Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is primarily used for its cleansing and foaming properties in body care products. It helps remove dirt and impurities, leaving the skin clean.

Ingredient type: Surfactant

‍⚕️ Safety: Generally safe, but may irritate sensitive skin if used in high concentrations or frequently.

✨ Vegan: Yes

✨ Note: Although SLES is derived from coconut or palm kernel oils, it undergoes an ethoxylation process. It is less irritating than Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), but can still irritate sensitive skin or scalps. Gentle formulations that offset the potential for irritation are often recommended.

Found in: Shampoos, shower gels, facial cleansers, bubble baths.

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