Exploring Key Ingredients in Personal Care Products: SLES and Cocamidopropyl Betaine

2025.05.13

At Guangzhou Chemicals, we specialize in providing high-quality raw materials for personal care products. Two of the most commonly used ingredients in these formulations are Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES) and Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAB). Understanding their properties and applications can help in formulating effective and safe personal care products.


Sodium Lauryl Ether Sulfate (SLES)

 

What is SLES?

 

SLES is a widely used anionic surfactant known for its excellent cleaning and foaming properties. It is commonly found in products like shampoos, shower gels, and hand soaps. SLES is effective in removing dirt and oil, making it a staple in many cleansing products.

 

Packaging Details:

 

Standard Packaging: 170 kg per plastic drum

20GP Container Load: 114 drums, totaling approximately 19.38 metric tons

40GP Container Load: Approximately 25.5 metric tons

 

For more specific information, please feel free to contact us by email: imp2@gzchem.com.


Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAB)

 

What is CAB?

 

CAB is an amphoteric surfactant derived from coconut oil. It is known for its mildness and compatibility with other surfactants, making it ideal for sensitive skin formulations, including baby care products. CAB provides good foaming, thickening, and conditioning properties, enhancing the overall performance of personal care products.

 

Applications:

 

Hair Care: Shampoos and conditioners

Skin Care: Body washes, facial cleansers, and hand soaps

Baby Care: Baby shampoos and bubble baths

 

Packaging Details:

 

Standard Packaging: 50 kg or 200 kg plastic drums; 1000 kg IBC tanks

 

For more specific information, please feel free to contact us by email: imp2@gzchem.com.


Formulation Support

 

 

Enhancing Viscosity: To increase the thickness of liquid detergents, common thickeners like Sodium Chloride can be used. Additionally, viscosity modifiers such as polymers, Carbomer, CMC, and HPMC are effective.

Suspending Agents: To suspend elements like flowers or colorful speckles in body washes, suspending agents like SF-1 can be added to the formulation.

 


For more specific information, please feel free to contact us by email: imp2@gzchem.com.

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