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Sold by weight. Sodium Lactate (SL) is the sodium salt of lactic acid. Ours is derived from corn and fermented by sugar. SL hydrates skin and prevents loss of moisture and is commonly used as a humectant for skin and hair products. Used (1) as a water-binding and buffering agent [to adjust the pH value of a product] (2) to harden soap [use at a rate of 1/2 oz. per lb. of fats] (3) in place of liquid glycerin as a moisturizer to make a less sticky cream or lotion.
Sodium lactate has bacteriostatic properties; therefore, incorporating sodium lactate in cosmetic formulations can lead to more stability in bacterial growth. Sodium lactate can be used as pH regulator for toiletry products like bath foam and soap. Its humectant action can reduce the moisture loss during the storage of the products and prevent the occurrence of cracked surface. Recommended usage: 2% to 8%. One of our customers uses it at 4% and is quite satisfied with her results.
Per manufacturer: This product is food grade of U.S. origin, made up of 60% sodium lactate + 40% water, complies with FCC. It is completely soluble in water. INCI: Sodium Lactate.
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Anonymous
(US) | April 28th, 2012
This is a must have item! When I use this in my lotions and conditioners at 5% it greatly improves my finished products. Without the use of this sodium lactate my lotions feel a bit waxy from the emulsifying wax but when I add this to my lotions and conditioners it leaves a moisturized, smooth and soft after feel with no sticky or waxy feeling at all. It does not change the colour or smell of the finished product and It can be incorporated directly into your end product. I only wished I bought a lot more and will definitely buy more on my next order : )
Anonymous
(Marinette, WI, US) | August 27th, 2011
Replace the glycerin in your recipe with this, better slip, better moisturizing, cheaper and still natural. Win-win.
Anonymous
(Cranston, RI, US) | July 16th, 2010
This is a fabulous replacement for glycerin in lotion recipes! It has a much nicer "glide", absorbs well and is fairly inexpensive. It can be used in the same quantities as glycerin. Once the glycerin I have is used up, sodium lactate will rule my lotion world.
Anonymous
(BAINBRIDGE, OH, US) | June 15th, 2010
I use this along with my glycerin and it helps with any sticky after effects. Works great in lotions and scrubs.
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