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Ammonium Laureth Sulfate

Ethoxylated ammonium sulfate surfactant for foaming cleansing products. Usually milder than Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, but still belongs to strong sulfate cleansers.

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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5

What is it?

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate (ALES) - ammonium salt of ethoxylated lauryl sulfate. Logically close to Sodium Laureth Sulfate: milder than non-ethoxylated lauryl sulfate, but not equivalent to a delicate surfactant system. In INCI: Ammonium Laureth Sulfate.

Used in shampoos, shower gels, bath foams, liquid soaps, and active cleansing products.

Key Benefits

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Stable foam
Forms abundant foam that distributes the product well over hair or body.
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Effectively removes sebum
Suitable for formulas where cleansing of greasiness, styling, and everyday dirt is a priority.
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Requires softening by the system
Comfort depends on the entire formula: betaines, non-ionic surfactants, polymers, and emollients can significantly reduce dryness.

Suitable for

shampoosbody productsnormal and oily skin in rinse-off format

Main Actions

✓ foaming✓ cleansing✓ sebum removal
ALES vs ALS

Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is usually milder than Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate due to ethoxylation. But both remain sulfates, so it is not the first recommendation for very sensitive skin.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Ammonium Laureth Sulfate do for skin?
Used in shampoos, shower gels, bath foams, liquid soaps, and active cleansing products.
Who should use Ammonium Laureth Sulfate?
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is suitable for: shampoos, body products, normal and oily skin in rinse-off format.
Are there any warnings about Ammonium Laureth Sulfate?
Ammonium Laureth Sulfate is usually milder than Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate due to ethoxylation. But both remain sulfates, so it is not the first recommendation for very sensitive skin.

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