Sulfates are a class of surfactants and lathering agents commonly found in shampoos, body washes, dish detergent, laundry detergent, engine degreasers, and industrial cleaners. The very things that make them good - lots of lather, good cleaners - also make them bad.
They are very stripping, removing the natural oils from the hair indiscriminiately. Listed below are the sulfates.
