Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate
Simple steps for best results
Designed for Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate-based cosmetic formulations and personal care product development.
Select the suitable grade
Choose cosmetic-grade SLES in a concentration and form appropriate for your intended product, such as shampoo, body wash, or liquid hand wash.
Choose the product format
Use it in shampoos, shower gels, facial cleansers, liquid soaps, and bubble baths where cleansing performance and foam generation are required.
Incorporate into the formulation
Dilute or blend SLES according to the supplier's recommendations, adding it gradually to the water phase with gentle mixing to minimize excessive foam. Adjust viscosity and pH as required, then evaluate the finished product's stability and mildness.
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate.
What is Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate used for?
Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) is a surfactant used for cleansing, removing dirt and excess oil, and generating foam in personal care products.
Is Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate oil-soluble or water-soluble?
SLES is generally water-soluble and is commonly incorporated into the water phase of cleansing formulations. Handling requirements depend on the supplied grade and concentration.
Which cosmetic products can include SLES?
SLES is commonly used in shampoos, body washes, shower gels, liquid hand washes, bubble baths, and other rinse-off cleansing products.
Why is SLES used in cosmetic formulations?
It helps remove dirt, oil, and impurities while producing abundant foam. It is widely used in liquid cleansing formulations.
Can SLES be combined with other surfactants?
Yes, it can be combined with compatible amphoteric and nonionic surfactants, such as Cocamidopropyl Betaine, to adjust foam quality, viscosity, and cleansing performance.
Is SLES suitable for sensitive-skin formulations?
Its suitability depends on the concentration, overall formulation, and finished-product testing. SLES may cause irritation in some users.
Is Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate intended for internal use?
No. It is intended for cosmetic and personal care formulation use, primarily in rinse-off products, and should be handled according to the supplier's documentation.