Sulphate Free ?

[user 46149]

Hi! I've just been asked if my soaps are sulphate free. I do not add sulphate. I use sodium hydroxide to make a solution with bottled water. Does this create sulphate in anyway? I didn't think so. Any long time soapers here than can help.

Thanks.

 

[DeeAnna]

Sulfate compounds are based on sulfur, not sodium. Sodium hydroxide has no sulfur and is not a sulfate-based chemical. You're safe.

 

[KiwiMoose]

Sulfates are found in many liquid 'soaps' and shampoos. You are making a lye based soap ( I assume) so there are no sulphates. Next time you are in the supermarket, read the ingredients on the back of any liquid soap and you will usually see either sodium lauryl or laureth sulphate or sodium coco sulphate. The front side of the label may say 'natural' or 'plant based' ingredients, which they are, but make no mistake they are man-made detergents that are derived from natural sources.
Sulfates have come under fire in recent years because of a possible link to cancer. I'm not sure of the claims are true - but that's what started all the hype. They can also be quite harsh and drying for those with sensitivities.

 

[user 46149]

Sulfate compounds are based on sulfur, not sodium. Sodium hydroxide has no sulfur and is not a sulfate-based chemical. You're safe.

And explained so well and clearly. thanks.

 

[user 46149]

Sulfates are found in many liquid 'soaps' and shampoos. You are making a lye based soap ( I assume) so there are no sulphates. Next time you are in the supermarket, read the ingredients on the back of any liquid soap and you will usually see either sodium lauryl or laureth sulphate or sodium coco sulphate. The front side of the label may say 'natural' or 'plant based' ingredients, which they are, but make no mistake they are man-made detergents that are derived from natural sources.
Sulfates have come under fire in recent years because of a possible link to cancer. I'm not sure of the claims are true - but that's what started all the hype. They can also be quite harsh and drying for those with sensitivities.

Thank you. I appreciate you responding. I just wanted to be sure, sure, I now I am.
Have a fab week KiwiMoose. (I loved NZ. So much of it was so beautiful and I loved Christchurch).