Synonym(s)
CAS number: 3088-31-1 / 9004; Propanesulfonic acid, 2-hydroxy-3-dodecyloxy-, monosodium salt; SLES; Sodium dodecyl poly(oxyethylene) sulfate; Sodium lauryl ether sulphate
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"Sodium' means the element sodium, 'lauryl' the ingredient lauric acid.
Sodium lauroyl sulfate, also called sodium lauryl ether sulfate, is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as denaturant, emulsifier (surface-active substance which is used in cosmetic products as an additive to combine 2 immiscible liquids - e.g. oil and water - to one emulsion) and as surfactant (washing-active substance; improves the even distribution of the products during application).
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer