Ammonium Laureth Sulfate

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Dodecan-1-ol, ethoxylated, sulfates, ammonium salts, 1-4 mol EO (average molar ratio)

Purpose

Can be derived from coconut; used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent and is considered gentle.

Rating

GOOD

Category

Cleansing Agent

INCI Purpose

CLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING

Risks

Sulfate — Cleansing agent that can strip natural oils and cause dryness

Alternative Names

Hair Profile

Functions

Anionic Surfactant

At a Glance

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Used primarily as a detergent cleansing agent; considered gentle and effective. It can be derived from coconut.

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