SLS powder

Product Description

SLS Powder Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate SLS is a white crystalline or powdery surfactant commonly used in cleaning and personal care products It is known for its ability to create foam and remove oils and dirt

Common Uses of SLS Powder

1 Personal Care Products

Found in shampoos toothpaste body washes and facial cleansers due to its foaming and cleansing properties

Helps spread products evenly and remove grease and dirt from skin and hair

2 Household Cleaning Products

Used in detergents dish soaps and surface cleaners to break down oils and grime

Provides a thick foamy texture in cleaning solutions

3 Industrial Commercial Applications

Used in car wash soaps floor cleaners and degreasers due to its strong detergent properties

Sometimes found in pesticides and herbicides as a wetting agent

4 Pharmaceutical Medical Use

Occasionally used in medicated creams and ointments as an emulsifier

Helps dissolve active ingredients in certain liquid medications

Is SLS Safe

Concerns SLS is known to cause skin irritation in some individuals especially in high concentrations It may also contribute to dryness in hair and skin

Alternatives Some products use milder surfactants like Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate SLSA or Sodium CocoSulfate SCS as gentler alternatives