Surfactants
Sodium laureth sulfate
It responds well to amphoteric blending and salt thickening, with behavior depending on ethoxylation, active level, and supplied salt content.
- INCI
- SODIUM LAURETH SULFATE
- CAS
- 9004-82-4
- Also known as
- SLES · sodium lauryl ether sulfate
- Function
- Surfactants
Ingredient answer
What is Sodium laureth sulfate?
Sodium laureth sulfate is an ethoxylated anionic surfactant used for cleansing and foam in shampoos, body washes, and liquid cleansers.
Formulation behavior
How it works inside a formula
Base the formula on active surfactant matter and grade composition, then map salt response, mildness, foam, preservation, and impurities.
Where it appears
Common product contexts
- facial cleansers
- shampoos
- body washes and bars
Practical caution
What to keep in view
Evaluate total active surfactant matter, blend mildness, viscosity response, pH, and rinse profile.
Take the ingredient into a working formula.
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