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Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Sulfate
Sulfates are used in skincare for their strong cleansing and foaming abilities, helping to remove dirt, oil, and buildup from the skin.
Can worsen Dry Skin
Some ingredients have the potential to dry out skin, especially in higher concentrations or for those with already dry or sensitive skin. Not everyone will experience dryness from them. How your skin reacts can depend on the product, concentration, and your unique skin type.
Explained
Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a foaming, cleansing, and emulsifying ingredient. It is created from palm kernel oil or coconut oil. SLES is not the same as sodium lauryl sulfate. It is much milder and less likely to irritate.
SLES helps create foam in personal products. It also prevents ingredients from separating, helping to elongate the shelf life.
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a type of sulfate. It can be drying. We recommend speaking with a professional about using this ingredient if you have concerns.
See all 1,842 products with Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Users who like it
0%
Users who avoid it
100%
What it does
Cleansing
To free from dirt, contamination, or impurities
Emulsifying
The act of emulsion: a suspension of small globules of one liquid in a second liquid with which the first will not mix
Foaming
To produce or issue as foam; froth.
Alternative names
Sles
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
2.2%
Top categories
Cleansers
Sunscreens
Haircare
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
References
Products with Sodium Laureth Sulfate
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
79583
INCI Name
SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
EC #
 221-416-0/ - / 500-234-8 / - / 500-223-8 / 293-918-8
All Functions
Cleansing, Emulsifying, Foaming, Surfactant
