What is Sodium Laureth Sulfate and does Selestial Soap contain SLS?
Sodium Laurel Sulfate is an inexpensive sudsing agent that is used in many detergents and shampoos. There is a great deal of evidence that sodium laurel sulfates and not good for people or the environment (see these links). They also create suds which causes many other issues (see question 3). Some natural products list “coconut oil derivative” or “plant derived cleaning agent” on their label. This is often Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Keep in mind, just because something comes from a natural source doesn’t mean that it’s good for you or 100% safe. Selestial Soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. 20. Why did you introduce Selestial Soap when there are now so many “green” and “natural” cleaning products available. Believe it or not, there is no agency that is regulating the use of the terms “green” or “natural” on cleaning products like the FDA does for “organic” in foods. It really bothers us to see consumers spending extra money trying to do the right thing for the environment a
