Amal Elbahnasawy, founder, ARTISANskin recommends swapping out sodium lauryl sulfate for alginate. Here's why.
Sodium Lauryl Sulphate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)/Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) is a surfactant and can be found in almost every product that contains foam, such as shampoo, toothpaste, and face and body wash. It's a synthetic ingredient and is known as a corrosive irritant, stripping the skin of its protective oils and moisture, and can cause even greater harm if used long term. A better natural alternative, particularly in spa locker rooms, is castille soap-based products.