Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

INGREDIENT

Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate

Sulfate Surfactant

Avoid

A strong anionic sulfate surfactant that can disrupt the skin barrier and cause dryness, skin irritation, and eye irritation, particularly at higher concentrations or with repeated exposure.

Found in 0 Approved Products
Also known as 2 Synonyms
Function Cleansing agent; foaming agent
Safety Meter Avoid
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 2235-54-3
Category Sulfate Surfactant
Function Cleansing agent; foaming agent
Evidence Level Strong
Status Avoid
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Cleansing agent; foaming agent

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 www.cir-safety.org
  2. 2 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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