Sodium Laureth Sulfate

INGREDIENT

Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Surfactant

Use With Caution

The primary concern is irritation. Because it is ethoxylated, manufacturing impurities such as 1,4-dioxane may be a quality-control concern, although proper purification can reduce residual levels.

Found in 0 Approved Products
Also known as 3 Synonyms
Function Cleansing, foaming, emulsifying
Safety Meter Use With Caution
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 9004-82-4
Category Surfactant
Function Cleansing, foaming, emulsifying
Evidence Level Strong
Status Use With Caution
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Cleansing, foaming, emulsifying

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 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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