Sodium Lactate Solution - 50ML

Essentially Natural Sodium Lactate Solution is a 60% aqueous solution of sodium lactate, the salt of lactic acid. It is a popular humectant in skincare and haircare because it helps attract and hold water for a comfortable, moisturised feel. In soap making, it is commonly added to help harden bars faster so they unmould sooner and last longer.

This ingredient is ECOCERT and COSMOS approved and is used at low percentages in formulas. Also available in Sample Sizes. Key Properties Format: 60% aqueous solution Function: Humectant, moisturiser, pH support ingredient, soap hardener pH: 7.67 Typical Usage: 0.5 to 4% in personal care products (often around 2%) Soap Making Use: CP soaps 1 teaspoon per 500g oils, HP soaps 3 to 5% of oils weight Processing: Can be hot or cold processed Size Options: 50ml, 100ml, 200ml, 500ml or 1L What Its Used For Humectant support in creams, lotions, conditioners, and gels Moisture support in scalp and hair care formulas Hardening support in cold process and hot process soap making pH buffering support when used alongside lactic acid in suitable systems Who Its For This product is suitable for: Formulators wanting a reliable humectant alternative to glycerine in the water phase Soap makers looking for faster unmoulding and a harder bar Makers working with water-based products who want improved moisturising feel This product is not for: Anhydrous products with no water phase Leave-on products for very electrolyte-sensitive systems without formulation testing Anyone looking for a ready-to-use finished skincare product How To Use As a Humectant in Formulas: Add to the water phase at 0.5 to 4% and mix well.

As a Glycerine Alternative: Replace part or all of vegetable glycerine in the water phase and adjust feel as needed. As a Cold Process Soap Additive: Add 1 teaspoon per 500g oils into cooled lye water. As a Hot Process Soap Additive: Use 3 to 5% of the oils weight and incorporate during processing. Processing Tip: Because it contains electrolytes, test viscosity and stability when using with electrolyte-sensitive thickeners.

Safety Instructions For external use only, do not ingest Avoid contact with eyes Patch test finished products before broader use Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat and sunlight Keep out of reach of children and pets FAQs Q: Will sodium lactate make my lotion feel sticky? A: At typical use levels it usually feels comfortable, but higher levels can change skin feel, so adjust gradually.

Q: Why is it helpful in soap making? A: It can help harden soap sooner, making unmoulding quicker and improving bar longevity. Q: Can I heat it during processing? A: Yes, it can be hot or cold processed, but many formulators add it to the water phase and keep temperatures moderate.