SLES (Sodium Laureth Sulfate) is a widely used cleansing ingredient in the personal care and home care industries. It functions primarily as a surfactant, helping water mix with oils and dirt so they can be rinsed away more easily.
Its foaming and cleansing properties make it a common ingredient in liquid cleansing products, including shampoos, body washes, hand washes, facial cleansers, and liquid soaps. SLES can also be combined with compatible surfactants, conditioning agents, thickeners, and other formulation ingredients to develop products with specific cleansing and texture characteristics.
Suitable for cosmetic manufacturers, personal care product developers, and DIY formulators, SLES is used according to the grade, concentration, and technical specifications supplied by the manufacturer.
For best formulation results, check the product’s active matter content, recommended usage level, pH compatibility, and processing instructions before use.
Key Features
- Effective cleansing and dirt-removal properties
- Produces rich foam and lather in suitable formulations
- Anionic surfactant commonly used in rinse-off products
- Compatible with selected surfactants and formulation additives
- Suitable for developing liquid cleansing formulations
- Widely used in personal care and cleaning product manufacturing
- Available in different grades and concentrations, depending on the supplier
Applications
- Shampoo
- Body wash and shower gel
- Liquid hand wash
- Facial cleanser and face wash
- Liquid soap formulations
- Bubble bath products
- Household cleaning formulations, where the supplied grade is suitable
- Other rinse-off cleansing products
Product Specifications
Product Name: SLES
Full Form: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Product Category: Anionic Surfactant
INCI Name: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Appearance: Typically a viscous liquid or paste, depending on concentration and grade
Function: Cleansing, foaming, and surfactant action
Solubility: Dispersible or soluble in water, depending on grade and conditions
Active Matter: As specified by the supplier
Recommended Usage: According to the formulation requirements and supplier guidelines
pH: Refer to the product’s technical data sheet
Storage: Follow manufacturer recommendations
Packaging: Available pack sizes as listed by the seller
Shelf Life: Refer to the product label or supplier documentation
Directions for Use
Add SLES to the formulation according to the manufacturer’s recommended procedure. Mix gently to minimize excessive foam formation. Adjust the formulation’s pH and viscosity using compatible ingredients and validated formulation methods. The appropriate concentration depends on the product type, supplied grade, active matter content, and desired performance.
Conduct stability, compatibility, and product safety assessments before commercial production.
Safety and Storage
- Follow the product label and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
- Avoid direct contact with the eyes.
- Avoid prolonged contact with concentrated material, as it may irritate the skin.
- Wear suitable protective equipment when handling the raw material.
- Store in a tightly closed container under the supplier’s recommended conditions.
- Keep away from incompatible materials and prevent contamination.
- Use only in accordance with applicable product safety requirements.
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