Product Description
The classic surfactant for high foaming and cleansing shower gel / shampoo / bath products
Sodium laureth sulphate
Sodium laureth sulphate is an ionic surfactant that is primarily used as a surfactant.
Characteristics
An excellent foaming agent, that provides lasting and consistent foam with excellent skin cleaning abilities.
Sodium laureth sulphate imparts skin softening properties. Sodium laureth sulphate is an ionic surfactant.
Latin Name
Sodium laureth sulphate
Cas Number
68891-38-3
Origin
Coconut and Fruit Sugars
How to use
Blend with other surfactants to produce a foaming product with skin cleansing abilities. Sodium laureth sulphate is best used in combination with Cocamidipropyl betaine to enhance flash foam and cleansing properties.
Use with Cocamidipropyl betaine and salts to adjust viscosity and thickness.
Recommended Usage Level
10% – 20% (Face Wash)
15% – 30% (Shower Gel / Bath Foam / Shampoo)
Maximum Usage Level
40%
Products to Use in
- Shower Gel
- Shampoo
- Face Wash
- Bath Foam
Precautions
At pure usage levels it can cause irritation to the skin.
When blending always take the following precautions:
- Use gloves (disposable are ideal)
- Take care when handling hot oils
- Wear eye protection
- Work in a well ventilated room
- Keep ingredients and hot oils away from children
- If ingested, seek immediate medical advice
- If contact made with eyes, rinse immediately with clean warm water and seek medical advice if in any doubt.
Safety First
In addition to our precautions and general safety information, we always recommend keeping a first aid kit nearby. You are working with hot water and oils, accidents can happen, so always be prepared!
Specifications
- Weight: 0.18 kg
- Skin Type: Normal Skin
- HS Code: 34021190
- HS Description: Sodium laureth sulphate cosmetic
- HS Country: GB
- HS Composition: Liquid