Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Can Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) Cause Cancer?

Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) are basically chemicals that help your soap, toothpaste & shampoo lather up.

There is no one definitive study to prove whether or not either SLS or SLES are cancer causing. However, it is well known that both are irritants and especially to those who have sensitive skin, babies or people with eczema or psoriasis - it actually strips the skin of it's natural oils.

Confused even further? Given that SLS is used in engine degreasing sprays and in many other harsh ways surely use over some time would have an impact on your health, your skin, or even our precious waterways.

Andrew
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Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Can Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) Cause Cancer?

Sodium Lauryl Sulphate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulphate (SLES) are basically chemicals that help your soap, toothpaste & shampoo lather up.

There is no one definitive study to prove whether or not either SLS or SLES are cancer causing. However, it is well known that both are irritants and especially to those who have sensitive skin, babies or people with eczema or psoriasis - it actually strips the skin of it's natural oils.

Confused even further? Given that SLS is used in engine degreasing sprays and in many other harsh ways surely use over some time would have an impact on your health, your skin, or even our precious waterways.

Andrew
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