Sodium Laureth/Lauryl Sulphate/Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulphate (SLS/SLES) is often found in over the counter products – its pH, once in contact with chlorinated water (your tap water), increases up to 10 times.
This alkalinity has an aggressively damaging effect on the hair and skin and can actually severely dry out your hair, causing split ends and hair breakage
SL(E)S is linked to chronic hair shedding (blocking your shower drain) and is a known auto-immune disorder trigger – triggering eczema, psoriasis, lupus etc… It is absorbed through the eyes, skin and mucous membranes, the longer your exposure to this chemical, the more reactions you develop.
Many anti-inflammatory creams are tested by first exposing the skin (of anyone – sensitive to SL/ES or not) to sulphate to provoke a reaction. This surface active agent (surfactant) is used to degrease car engines and is the active ingredient in almost every brand of dish soap, bath foam and hand wash – think anything that foams.
Consider switching to a SLS-free shower-gel, soap or skin cleanser and SLS-free toothpaste – like Sensodyne Gentle Whitening, Spry, Earthsap or any other brand that is known to be sulphate-free. ALWAYS read the ingredients list.
Keep your hair and skin healthy by keeping in a naturally acidic state (pH 4.5 to 5.5)
No to sulphates!
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