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SODIUM LACTATE

CAS Number	72-17-3 / 867-56-1
Chem/IUPAC Name:	Sodium lactate
EINECS/ELINCS No:	200-772-0 / 212-762-3
COSING REF No:	79577

SODIUM LACTATE

Sodium Lactate is a common ingredient used in cosmetics and personal care products. It is the sodium salt of lactic acid, a natural acid derived from the fermentation of sugars. Sodium Lactate is typically a clear, colorless liquid with a mild odor and serves multiple functions in skincare products. It acts as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the skin, promoting hydration and preventing dryness. Additionally, Sodium Lactate can function as a pH regulator, helping to stabilize and adjust the pH of formulations. The chemical formula of Sodium Lactate is NaC₃H₅O₃.

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What is SODIUM LACTATE used for?

Sodium Lactate finds versatile uses in skincare, cosmetics, and hair care products, offering several benefits for each.

Skin care: It functions as a humectant, attracting and retaining moisture in the skin. It helps to hydrate and improve the skin's moisture balance, making it beneficial for dry or dehydrated skin types. Additionally, Sodium Lactate can contribute to the overall texture and feel of skincare formulations, providing a smoother and more luxurious application
Cosmetic products: It is commonly used as a pH regulator. It helps to stabilize and adjust the pH of formulations, ensuring they remain within the desired range for optimal effectiveness and compatibility with the skin. By maintaining the appropriate pH, Sodium Lactate supports the stability and efficacy of cosmetic products
Hair care: It can act as a conditioning agent, enhancing the softness and manageability of the hair. It can help to reduce frizz, improve combability, and promote a smoother appearance. Sodium Lactate's moisturizing properties aid in maintaining healthy and hydrated hair strands

Origin

Sodium Lactate is manufactured by neutralizing lactic acid with sodium hydroxide. This process involves combining lactic acid, obtained through fermentation or chemical methods, with sodium hydroxide to create Sodium Lactate. The resulting sodium salt is then purified for use in cosmetics and personal care products.

What does SODIUM LACTATE do in a formulation?

Buffering
Humectant
Keratolytic

Safety profile

Sodium Lactate is considered safe for use in cosmetics. It has undergone safety evaluations and is widely used in personal care products and cosmetics. However, it's important to note that individual sensitivities can vary, so it's recommended to perform a patch test before using it extensively to check for any potential allergic reactions or skin sensitivities.

SODIUM LACTATE Alternatives

GLYCERIN, HYALURONIC ACID, SODIUM PCA

Technical profile

Property	Values
Boiling Point	113°C
Melting Point	161-162°C
pH	6.5
Solubility	Highly soluble in water
Viscosity	Low

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FORMULATIONS with SODIUM LACTATE

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Toiletries: Shaving Bar by Brenntag Specialties

This Shaving Bar is enriched with Kerfoot´s Hemp, Jojoba and Meadowfoam oil combined to soothe and moisturize the skin. It features: CosVivet APG CG46 and CosVivet APG DG64: are mild, good-cleansing and foaming natural surfactants. PURASAL® S/HQ60: with water holding capacity. PURAMEX® ZN: which reduces the skin sebum level and redness of skin. CosVivet Candelilla wax, Cocoa Deodorised Kosher Butter and Sheanut Refined Butter: are combined to give the desired consistency to the formulation. YuraQ: is a sensory enhancer which infers a powdery, silky and velvety skin feeling. MANE's MAN MADE M_00065790: a fragrance for solid cosmetics to gives the formulation a trendy scent. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

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Skin Care: 5% Urea Wash Lotion by Brenntag Specialties

This 5% Urea Wash Lotion is a mild and gentle cleansing wash. It is formulated with Urea and PURAC® HiPure 90 UP for moisturizing sensitive and dry skin. It contains ISCA´s Ecocert approved preservative Iscaguard® IAF, SWEET VIOLET and KenaPure Acid Red 52, which infers a beautiful pink color to the formulation. It features: Marlinat® 242/70, CosVivet APG CG46 and Betaine: are combined to provide a soft and rich foam. PURASAL® S/HQ60: with highest water holding capacity compared to other well known humectants. Urea, crystalline, pure: which improves the water binding capacity. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

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Skin Care: Apple Body Shower Scrub by Brenntag Specialties

This Apple Body Shower Scrub features: CosVivet APG: is a range of mild and natural surfactants. Fruit Derived Water Apple: is a 100% sustainable, VEGAN, NATRUE and COSMOS approved. YuraQ: is a natural exfoliant derived from the tagua nut. PURASAL® MOISTXS: which moisturizes skin all day long (24h moisturizing effect). It is COSMOS certified. In this formulation, YuraQ Mesh 40/60 was used. A formulation by Brenntag Specialties.

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Skin Care: Micellar Mousse- Foaming Makeup Remover by Primient

This Micellar Mousse- Foaming Makeup Remover leaves skin feeling hydrated and smooth. TEXTURLUX® Hold gives this foam pump-generated mousse, foam stability and slippery soap-like aesthetics that are desired for this application. A formulation by Primient.

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Skin Care: Foaming Micellar Water by Primient

This Foaming Micellar Water features TEXTURLUX® Hold which increases foam stability and aesthetics. This cleansing water not only removes makeup, but also leaves the skin looking hydrated and smooth. A formulation by Primient.

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