surfactant
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Generally safe·Moderate evidence
A common foaming cleanser, milder than SLS. Fine for most people in a rinse-off product.
Questions
- Is sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) the same as sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS)?
- No, they are different surfactants. Sodium laureth sulfate (SLES) is chemically different from and milder than sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS). SLES is ethoxylated, making it a gentler cleanser suitable for more people.
- Is sodium laureth sulfate safe to use?
- Published safety assessments rate sodium laureth sulfate as generally safe for use in cosmetics. It is a common foaming cleanser that is fine for most people in rinse-off products like shampoos and body washes.
Products with Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- 100EucerinAdvanced Cleansing Body & Face Cleanser
- 100CliniqueAll About Clean Liquid Facial Soap Cleanser Mild
- 100DifferinDaily Refreshing Cleanser
- 98LancomeMonsieur Big Volumizing Mascara
- 98L'Oreal ParisVoluminous Lash Paradise Volume Mascara
- 98L'Oreal ParisInfallible Grip Precision Felt Eyeliner
- 97BenefitThey're Real! Lengthening Mascara
- 97ClearasilUltra Rapid Action Gel Wash
- 97MaybellineThe Falsies Lash Lift Black Mascara
- 97MaybellineThe Falsies Lash Lift Extra Black Mascara
- 96Rimmel LondonScandalEyes Micro Eyeliner
- 95MaybellineLash Sensational Sky High Mascara
- 95LancomeLash Idole Lash-Lifting & Volumizing Mascara
- 95MaybellineLash Sensational Very Black Volume Mascara
- 94AquaphorBaby Wash & Shampoo
- 93CetaphilUltra Gentle Body Wash Fragrance Free
- 93L'Oreal ParisVoluminous Lash Paradise Mascara
- 92WinonaAnti-Acne Series Moisturizing Acne Free Facial Cleanser
- 92SimpleKind to Skin Moisturising Facial Wash
- 92Rimmel LondonScandalEyes Reloaded Mascara
- 91CoverGirlLashBlast Volume Mascara
- 90NIVEASensitive & Radiant
- 90TRESemmeKeratin Smooth Shampoo
- 88CLnShampoo
- 86La Roche-PosayEffaclar Purifying Foaming Gel Cleanser for Oily Skin
- 86AveenoSkin Relief Body Wash Sensitive
- 85La Roche-PosayEffaclar Purifying Foaming Gel
- 85GarnierSkinActive Charcoal 3-in-1
- 84NYX Professional MakeupEpic Ink Liner
- 84The Body ShopArbre à thé Gommage purifiant (Tea Tree Purifying Scrub)
- 83Clean & ClearFoaming Facial Cleanser, Sensitive Skin
- 83NiveaNivea Creme Care Body Wash
- 83DoveUltra Care Daily Moisture Shampoo
- 83AesopGeranium Leaf Body Cleanser
- 83SVRSun Secure Creme SPF50+
- 82CremoDaily Face Wash
- 82VagisilpH Balance Daily Therapeutic Wash
- 82Clean & ClearNight Relaxing Facial Cleanser
- 81Summer's EveSimply Sensitive Daily Cleansing Wash
- 81RauschGinseng Coffein-Shampoo
- 80DoveDove Nutritive Solutions Daily Moisture Shampoo
- 80KloraneShampoo with Citrus Pulp
- 80RauschWeidenrinden Spezial-Shampoo
- 79AveenoDaily Moisturizing
- 79UriageDS Hair Soft Balancing Shampoo
- 78TRESemmeMoisture Rich Shampoo
- 78RadoxFeel Refreshed Shower Gel
- 78SachajuanScalp Shampoo
- 76Head & ShouldersHead & Shoulders Classic Clean Dandruff Shampoo
- 76SuaveEssentials Ocean Breeze Body Wash
- 76SoftsoapButtery Shea and Almond Oil
- 76PalmoliveNaturals Milk & Honey Shower Gel
- 76Original SourceMint & Tea Tree Shower Gel
- 76VichyDercos Selenium Sulfide Anti-Dandruff Shampoo
- 76SuaveMen Classic Clean Anti-Dandruff 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 75KerastaseNutritive Bain Satin Riche Shampoo
- 75FaDark Passion Shower Gel
- 75EquateBeauty Energizing Facial Cleanser
- 74ZO Skin HealthGentle Cleanser
- 74SoftsoapLiquid Hand Soap Pump, Soothing Aloe Vera
- 73NizoralAnti-Dandruff Shampoo
- 73Imperial LeatherMoisturising Body Wash
- 72Old SpiceSwagger Body Wash
- 72PanteneDaily Moisture Renewal Shampoo
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 72DialMandarin Orange Hand Soap
- 72Head & ShouldersClassic Clean 2-in-1 Anti-Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 71Irish SpringIrish Spring Original Body Wash
- 71NeutrogenaT/Gel Therapeutic Shampoo Original Formula
- 71Irish SpringOriginal
- 71Christophe RobinCleansing Purifying Scrub with Sea Salt
- 71GrisiManzanilla Shampoo
- 70DoveBeauty Daily Moisture Shampoo
- 70DuschdasSport Shower Gel
- 70DoveIntensive Repair Shampoo
- 69Le Petit MarseillaisVanilla Milk Extra Gentle Shower Cream
- 69PanteneVolume & Body Shampoo
- 69DoveCoconut & Hydration Shampoo
- 69GarnierWhole Blends Coconut Water & Aloe Vera Shampoo
- 69SuaveMen Ocean Charge 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 68RedkenAll Soft Shampoo
- 68BiolageScalp Sync Clarifying Shampoo
- 67PantenePantene Pro-V Classic Clean Shampoo
- 67Dr. Teal'sGlow and Radiance with Vitamin C and Citrus Essential Oil
- 67DoveMen+Care Fresh & Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
- 67PertClassic Clean 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 66ApivitaHydration Moisturizing Shampoo
- 66GarnierWhole Blends Honey Treasures Repairing Shampoo
- 65Herbal EssencesHydrate Coconut Milk Shampoo
- 65Dr. Teal'sBody Wash with Melatonin, Lavender & Chamomile & Essential Oils
- 65Head & ShouldersTea Tree 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner
- 65Herbal EssencesSmooth Rose Hips Shampoo
- 64Tío NachoAclarado Natural Shampoo
- 63Bath and Body WorksWarm Vanilla Sugar
- 63Head & ShouldersSmooth & Silky 2-in-1 Dandruff Shampoo + Conditioner
- 60Dr. Teal'sEucalyptus and Spearmint Foaming Bath
- 59Dr. Teal'sBody Wash with Prebiotic Lemon Balm and Essential Oil Blend
- 57SoftsoapBody Wash
- 53Alberto VO5Extra Body Volumizing Shampoo
- 33Pro SilkFace & Body Formulation Moisturizing Body Wash for Men
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References
Cosmetic information for general education, not medical advice. A verdict is a reading of the published evidence, never a guarantee for your skin: any ingredient can irritate someone, so patch test new products and see a professional if you react. Concern is graded on cited evidence, never on hazard-score lists. See how we score.