Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate

Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) is a high-performance anionic surfactant. It appears as a white viscous liquid with excellent foaming, emulsifying, decontaminating and wetting properties. It is mild, low-irritation and stable in hard water. Widely used in personal care products such as shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, as well as in detergents, industrial cleaning agents and cosmetic formulations.

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Sodium lauryl ether sulfate is the most widely used anionic surfactant globally. In personal care products, it serves as the core foaming and cleansing ingredient in shampoos, body washes, facial cleansers, and toothpastes, producing rich, fine foam and effectively removing oil and dirt. In household cleaning, it is widely used in dishwashing liquids and laundry detergents for efficient stain removal. Industrially, it is used as a textile wetting agent, metal degreaser, and agricultural emulsifier. Its advantages include good compatibility, hard water resistance, and high cost-effectiveness. However, formulations often require co-surfactants to reduce potential skin irritation.