Essentially Natural Sodium Lactate Solution
Essentially Natural Sodium Lactate Solution
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Sodium lactate is the salt of lactic acid, and is a wonderful humectant and moisturiser in skincare products.
In addition to its moisturising properties, it is commonly used in soap making to help harden the soap. A harder bar means the soap can be unmolded quicker (saving you time), and it lasts longer (making customers happy).
Size: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L.
Uses of sodium lactate
- Its primary use of that of a humectant in skin and hair care
- Also used in soap making, to harden bars faster!
- Acts as a pH buffer when used in conjunction with lactic acid
- Can be used to gently adjust pH upwards in acidic solutions
Benefits of sodium lactate
- Moisturising and humectant properties
- Ability to hold water, similarly to hyaluronic acid
- Rich in electrolytes (salts), as sodium lactate is the salt of lactic acid
Usage instructions
Can be used to replace vegetable glycerine in a formula. Add to the water phase.
Can be hot or cold processed.
pH: 7.67
Typical usage rate in personal care products: 2% but can be used from 0.5 - 4%.
In soapmaking:
CP soaps: 1 teaspoon/500g oils, added to cooled lye water.
HP soaps: 3-5% of oils weight
Ingredients
Sodium lactate, water
50% solution
For Your Safety
This natural product is for external use only. Please exercise caution and do not ingest or take internally. Store away from children, animals, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.
