Nearly 30% of women actively avoid sulfates in cosmetics

Published: 6-Aug-2015
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Sulfates are commonly used as cleansing agents in hair and skin care products

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Nearly 30% of women actively avoid sulfates in cosmetics

It has never been a more important time for beauty manufacturers to consider the ingredients that go into their products – and those that are listed on their labels.

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