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sodium lactate

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Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of natural L-Lactic Acid and is a natural moisturizing factor (NMF) constituent of skin. It therefore is a superior moisturizer, increasing the moisture content of skin by up to 90%. When compared to other commonly used moisturizers, it's water holding capacity is second only to Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid). It is a mild, multifunctional ingredient that offers the following benefits in skin care products:

  • Reduces irritation potentail and increases efficacy of Alpha and Beta Hydroxy Acids
  • Significantly increases and accelerates the action (particularly the skin lightening action) of Vitamin C and its derivatives
  • Antimicrobial action helps facilitate product preservation
  • Having a very slick, emollient, almost oily feel, Sodium Lactate can be used to reduce tack and improve skin feel of aqueous systems in which oils or esters could not be used
  • Because of it's water binding capacity and emollient feel, makes a fabulous component of salon "cutting lotions" or detanglers
  • Dramatically improved moisture content of skin even when utilized in rinse-off products.

Products with this ingredient

crease ease gel

crease ease gel

Clinically studied peptides, micro-collagen, hyaluronic acid and antioxidants target expression lines around the eyes, lips and on forehead.

active hydrating complex

active hydrating complex

Lightweight, oil-free gel moisturizer for effective hydration. Also excellent after peelings, sun, shaving or during flights.

crease ease emulsion

crease ease emulsion

High concentration of clinically studied peptides, micro-collagen, hyaluronic acids, vitamins and antioxidants to relax and decrease facial lines.

active hydrating complex

active hydrating complex

Lightweight, oil-free gel moisturizer for effective hydration. Also excellent after peelings, sun, shaving or during flights.

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