SLS Needles

SLS Needles

250g
R 79.00
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SLS Needles
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SLS Needles

SLS Needles

R 79.00
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SLS Needles, also known as Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), are a high-foaming anionic surfactant widely used in the manufacture of personal care, cosmetic and cleaning products. Supplied in solid needle form, SLS is valued for its excellent cleansing, foaming, wetting and emulsifying properties.

SLS Needles are ideal for formulators and manufacturers looking to create products that require strong cleansing performance and rich, stable foam.

Key Benefits

  • Excellent foaming agent

  • Provides strong cleansing and degreasing action

  • Produces rich, abundant lather

  • Functions as an effective anionic surfactant

  • Helps remove oils, dirt and impurities

  • Suitable for a wide range of personal care and cleaning formulations

  • Convenient solid format for storage and formulation

  • Can be combined with other surfactants to modify foam and cleansing performance

Common Uses

SLS Needles are commonly used in:

  • Shampoos

  • Body washes

  • Shower gels

  • Bubble baths

  • Hand washes

  • Facial cleansers

  • Bar soaps and syndet bars

  • Toothpaste formulations

  • Household cleaning products

  • Detergents

  • Multi-purpose cleaners

  • Industrial cleaning formulations

  • Powder and solid cleansing products

Cleansing & Foaming Performance

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate is widely used because of its ability to lower surface tension and help water spread more effectively across surfaces. This allows oils, dirt and residues to be lifted and rinsed away more easily.

It is particularly useful in products where high foam, strong cleansing and quick soil removal are required.

Formulation Uses

SLS Needles can function as a:

  • Primary surfactant

  • Foaming agent

  • Cleansing agent

  • Wetting agent

  • Emulsifying aid

  • Degreasing agent

It may also be blended with milder surfactants such as Cocamidopropyl Betaine to adjust cleansing strength, foam characteristics and overall product feel.

Recommended Usage

The appropriate usage level depends on the specific application, formulation type and active concentration of the SLS grade supplied.

For personal care applications, SLS should be formulated at levels appropriate for the intended product and target skin or hair type. Higher concentrations may provide stronger cleansing but can also increase the potential for dryness or irritation.

Always confirm the supplier specification and conduct appropriate stability, compatibility and safety testing.

Formulation Tips

  • Add gradually to the appropriate formulation phase.

  • Avoid generating excessive airborne dust during handling.

  • Allow sufficient time for full dissolution or dispersion.

  • Combine with compatible surfactants where a milder cleansing profile is required.

  • Monitor final product pH, viscosity and foam performance.

  • Conduct stability testing before commercial production.

Product Applications

Shampoo | Body Wash | Bubble Bath | Hand Wash | Facial Cleanser | Soap Making | Household Cleaning | Detergent Manufacturing | Cosmetic Formulation

Why Choose SLS Needles?

SLS Needles are a practical and efficient surfactant choice for manufacturers requiring powerful cleansing, high foam and dependable formulation performance. Their solid form makes them suitable for both liquid and solid cleansing systems across personal care and household applications.

INCI Name: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Common Name: SLS
Product Form: Solid Needles
Function: Anionic Surfactant, Cleansing Agent, Foaming Agent, Wetting Agent
Suitable For: Personal Care, Cosmetic, Household and Industrial Cleaning Formulations

For formulation and manufacturing use. Handle with appropriate protective equipment and avoid inhalation of dust. Always follow the applicable Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and supplier specifications.

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