Safety Guide
Evidence-based safety information for using Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) for eczema and atopic dermatitis.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) may be used with eczema-prone skin, but introduce carefully. Avoid during active flare-ups and always patch test.
The foaming surfactant that earned its villain status through sheer harshness โ not because it's toxic, but because it genuinely strips skin.
Evidence Rating
Category
surfactant
What It Does
No specific health considerations documented for this ingredient.
Flip side
See the full list of ingredients to avoid for eczema.