Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

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Description

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, SLS, is a type of Food Additive - depending on its commercial application, SLS can function as a Detergent, Humectant or Emulsifying Agent.  Most Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is derived from Coconut Oil.

 

Commercial Usage of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Cosmaceuticals/Toiletries

 Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is commonly employed as a Detergent in:

 Bubble Baths

 Depilatory Creams

 Hand Lotions

 Shampoos (90% of commercially available Shampoos contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate)

 Toothpastes (almost all commercially available Toothpastes contain 0.5% to 2.0% Sodium Lauryl Sulfate - the exception being Sensodyne).

 

Processed Foods

 Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is often used as a whipping aid in Cake Mixes and Dried Egg products.

 

Toxic Effects of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate

Cardiovascular System

 Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (ingested orally or applied topically) may accumulate in and damage the Heart.  [1]

 

Eyes/Vison

 Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (from Shampoos) may cause Cataracts (in adults).  Sodium Lauryl Sulfate does not have to come into contact with the Eyes for this effect to occur.  It readily permeates the Skin (e.g. Scalp) and then travels to they Eyes where it causes damage.

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