Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate

Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a cleansing, foaming agent. It is used in 28 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM LAURETH-8 SULFATE
FunctionCLEANSING, FOAMING, SURFACTANT - CLEANSING
CAS number9004-82-4
Prevalence28 products (0.03% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Face Cleansers 32.1%Shampoos 32.1%Body Washes 14.3%Makeup Removers 7.1%Exfoliators 3.6%Scalp Scrubs 3.6%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate do in skincare?
Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate functions as a cleansing, foaming agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Laureth-8 Sulfate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially face cleansers (32.1% of its uses).

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