Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Sodium Laureth Sulfate is a surfactant and cleansing ingredient. It’s in 1,221 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, body wash and mascara. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Sulfates.
Updated October 26, 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
Dove
Men+Care Deep Clean+ Face Scrub
Exfoliant · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Eucalyptus + Birch Revitalizing 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Men+Care Fortifying Shampoo Conditioner
Label from United Kingdom · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Fresh & Clean Fortifying 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Lime + Cedarwood Reinvigorating 2-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Mineral + Sage Reviving Body + Face Wash
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, sulfates, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Purifying Charcoal + Clay Body + Face Wash
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, sulfates, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Sea Salt + Citrus Exfoliating Body Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Sport Care Active + Fresh 3-in-1 Shampoo + Conditioner + Body Wash
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Dove
Men+Care Thick & Strong Fortifying 2-in-1 Shampoo for Thin Hair
Shampoo · 12 oz · Lists fragrance, sulfates, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Menthol fresh
280 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
palmolive
Mild & Sensitive with Pure mIlk Proteins
250 ml · Label from United Kingdom · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Milde Pflege Bei Juckender Kopfhaut
300 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Balea
Milde Seife Pflege & Hygiene
300 ml · Label from Austria · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Palmolive
Milk & Almond
300ml · Label from Norway · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Aussie
Miracle Shine
300 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Kenra Professional
Moisture Shampoo
Shampoo · 10.1 fl oz · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sachajuan
MOISTURIZING SHAMPOO
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Monsavon 250 gd vanille
250 ml · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Unilever
Monsavon lait, litchi & rose
250 mL · Label from France · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, retinoid, sulfates, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Moringa Shine & Protection Shampoo
Shampoo · 250ml · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
The Body Shop
Moringa Shower Gel
Body wash · 250ml · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Suave
Moroccan Infusion Shine Shampoo
Shampoo · 12.6oz · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Cosmia
Mousse à raser
0.2 l · Label from France and World · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates