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