Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a surfactant and cleansing ingredient. It’s in 1,151 products on Poliage, most often body wash, shampoo and mascara. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Sulfates.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A foaming surfactant made from coconut or palm oil. Lifts oil and dirt in shampoos and washes.
What it does
Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate: cleansing
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate: emulsifying
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate: foaming
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Sodium Laureth Sulfate: surfactant
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 79583, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as sodium laureth sulphate and sles.
Products that contain Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Equate Clear Liquid Hand Soap
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Neutrogena
Esfoliante Facial Neutrogena Deep Clean Energizing em Gel com 100g
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Henkel
Essence Ultîme Citrus Oil Luminous Blond Shampooing illuminant
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Arm & Hammer
Essentials Moisturizing Shower Gel
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
L’Oréal
Exfotonic gel exfoliant effet peau neuve
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Maybelline
Expert Eyes 100% Oil-Free Eye Makeup Remover
Cleanser · Lists sulfates, parabens, formaldehyde releasers
Le Petit Marseilliais
Extra Gentle Coconut Shower and Bath Cream
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Redken
Extreme Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
COVERGIRL
Eye Enhancer Uncensored Mascara
Mascara · Lists fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, parabens, silicones
Henkel
Fa Men Black Moon Piment Rouge
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Henkel
Fa Men speedster energisant shampoing douche
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Balea
Family Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Farb Booster
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Feel Awake
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Curlsmith
Flawless Finish Hairspray Strong Hold
Hair styling · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates
Séphora
Fleur de coton crème lavante mains
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Ombia
Flüssigseife Nachfüllpack
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Asda
Foam Bath
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Dr Teal’s
Foaming Bath
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Dr Teal’s
Foaming Bath with Pure Epsom Salt Cannabis Sativa Hemp Seed Oil with Essential Oil Blend
Lists fragrance, essential oils, sulfates, silicones
foaming hand soap
Lists fragrance, sulfates
Rituals
Foaming Shower Gel (Tulip & Japanese Yuzu)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
head & shoulders
for men
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
For Men (3 Action Formula)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives