Is Sodium Laureth Sulfate comedogenic?
A milder, ethoxylated cousin of sodium lauryl sulfate used in cleansers and body washes.
This is informational, not medical advice.
Category: surfactant
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Comedogenic Rating: 3 / 5 (High risk)
Mechanism & Risk:
A milder, ethoxylated cousin of sodium lauryl sulfate used in cleansers and body washes. It is rated moderate on pore-clogging lists and is more often a concern for irritation.
Common INCI Aliases: SLES, sodium lauryl ether sulfate
Scientific References: getskinscore.com; porecloggingcheck.com; labelpeek.com; skinsafecheck.com
Other names for Sodium Laureth Sulfate
- SLES
- sodium lauryl ether sulfate
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