Description

Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is the most widely used foaming surfactant in personal care — a cost-effective workhorse for shampoos, body washes and liquid soaps with rich, dense foam.

Physical & Chemical Properties

• INCI: Sodium Laureth Sulfate
• Appearance: clear to slightly yellow liquid (typical 28% or 70% active)
• Solubility: fully water soluble
• pH (as supplied): approx. 6.0–9.0
• Ionic type: anionic
• Source: ethoxylated lauryl alcohol + sulfation

Key Benefits for Formulation

• High foam: rich, dense, fast lather
• Effective cleansing: removes oil and residue
• Cost-effective: economical workhorse
• Viscosity support: thickens with salt
• Proven: decades of industry use

Main Applications

• Shampoos: primary foaming surfactant
• Body washes & shower gels: rich lather
• Liquid hand soaps: foam and cleansing
• Foaming cleansers: dense foam
• Bubble baths: voluminous lather

Why Choose Our Bulk Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)?

• GMP manufacturing: full quality control from raw material to finished product
• Complete documentation: COA, SDS and heavy metal test reports available on request
• Flexible supply: MOQ and lead time on inquiry, from R&D samples to mass production
• Export experience: reliable shipping to EU, North America, Australia and Middle East

Recommended Usage

Typical use level 5%–20% (as active) in cleansing formulas; combine with betaines (e.g. CAPB) for mildness and foam quality.

FAQ About Wholesale Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES)

What is the INCI name?

Sodium Laureth Sulfate.

What is SLES used for?

High-foam cleansing in shampoos and body washes.

Is SLES the same as SLS?

No — SLES is ethoxylated and generally milder than SLS.

What is the recommended use level?

5%–20% (as active) in cleansing products.

Does it foam well?

Yes — rich, dense, fast foam.

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