Safety Guide
Evidence-based safety information for using Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) for rosacea-prone skin.
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is flagged as potentially irritating for sensitive skin, which includes rosacea. Use with caution and 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 rosacea.