Skincare ingredients can be quite complicated. It's like having to go through a maze of technical terms and ingredients to find the perfect product for your skin. It's like looking for those rare gems in a gigantic ocean. One of the poisonous jellyfish in that ocean is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, better known as SLS in skincare .

SLS has been used in cosmetic products for decades. It is extremely popular because of its ability to foam and remove grease. But not everything that seems beautiful is really worth its weight in gold.

What is SLS?

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a commonly used ingredient in cosmetics and skin care products. It ensures that skincare products, such as shampoos and facial cleansers, are rich and foamy. This ingredient originally comes from coconut oil. It is converted in a lab into a substance that produces rich foam.

Why is SLS under so much fire?

Skin barrier - There is some evidence that SLS reduces the skin's natural oils, causing skin to dry out and irritate.

Sensitive skin - People with sensitive skin are at increased risk of skin irritations.

Environmental awareness - SLS contributes to deforestation and habitat loss for endangered species. So not too luxurious.

Some people use products containing SLS for years and never experience a side effect. If you have a choice, we recommend choosing SLS-free products. Everything to limit the risks and potential damage.

The pros and cons of SLS in skincare

Advantages

• Provides the well-known foamy texture
• Improves product distribution
• Has been proven effective in facial cleansing
• Removes make-up effectively
• Has antibacterial properties

Cons

• Dries out the skin
• Irritates sensitive skin types
• Disrupts the skin barrier
• Causes pimples and red spots

Is the future SLS-free?

The beauty scene is becoming increasingly sustainable and greener. Consumers are becoming more aware of what they put on their skin. They also think more about the environment and animal welfare. Clean Beauty is a trend for a reason. The demand for clean, transparent products is increasing. Will there come a time when SLS disappears from skincare products completely? SLS in skincare is not very smart as far as Almaaz is concerned, so that is why our skincare products are SLS-free.

Do you want to take your skincare routine one step further and contribute to a better world? View all sulphate-free products from Almaaz immediately.