surfactant

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Also known as SLS
INCI: SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
CAS 151-21-3 EC 205-788-1
Sodium dodecyl sulphate
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose

Function

Surfactant; foaming agent; primary cleanser
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details

Description

Sodium dodecyl sulphate

Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
151-21-3
EC Number
205-788-1
INCI
SODIUM LAURYL SULFATE
Category
surfactant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026