Ingredient glossary
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
INCI: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate · Also: SLS
Worth paying for
Does Sodium Lauryl Sulfate clash with what you already use? Check it →Strong results with strong evidence behind them. This is one genuinely worth having in a formula.
What it does
- cleansing
- oil removal
strong evidenceHuman and animal studies show sodium lauryl sulfate causes dose related increases in transepidermal water loss erythema and proliferative responses and is widely used as a model irritant in dermatology.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- oily
- acne prone
Approach with care
- inflamed
- very sensitive
- compromised barrier
- rosacea
- eczema
- Clogs poresModerate
- Irritation riskHigh
Pregnancy: Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Plays well with
- amphoteric surfactants
- nonionic surfactants
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