Sodium lauryl sulfate is an anionic surfactant that can be manufactured by reacting lauryl alcohol with petroleum. More frequently, though, it is made by reacting plant sources (such as coconut oil or palm oil) with sulfur trioxide and then neutralized to create SLS. ...
Summary Toothpaste abrasivity should be sufficiently high to give effective cleaning without causing mechanical damage to tooth tissue. A clinical trial carried out to measure the cleaning power of calcium carbonate toothpastes of different abrasivity is described; cleaning power is then related to in...
SLS may be used in pure form or extracted from palm kernel or coconut oil. Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is commonly used in skincare products such as body wash, cleansers, shampoos and hand washes. It is the ingredient that gives these products the foamy, bubbly consistency ...
In India, it is used in both whole and ground form as a traditional ingredient to make dishes without perceptive medicinal knowledge/properties behind. In Kerala, decoction of cumin seeds is used for drinking (Jeera water). In Tamilnadu, cumin seeds are the key ingredient ...
Toothpaste would taste pretty bad without the addition of flavoring agents, which is why you will always find various natural and artificial flavorings and sweeteners such as saccharin. The humectant sorbitol also adds a sweet taste. The ADA will not put its seal on toothpastes that contain suga...
To find the best whitening toothpastes, we tested over a dozen formulas, and spoke to a panel of three dentists to find whitening toothpastes that lift stains and are good for sensitive teeth.
Specifically, they formulate their toothpaste without ingredients like sodium lauryl sulfate, artificial dyes, artificial sweeteners, and fluoride. You can find these brands in health food stores or even larger grocery chains. Be ready for a heftier price tag, a good natural toothpaste often costs ...