Ingredient glossary
Sodium Lactate
INCI: Sodium Lactate
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What it does
- hydration
- pH buffer
moderate evidenceStudies on natural moisturizing factor components support sodium lactate as an effective water-binding agent that enhances hydration at modest levels.
On a label: usually effective at 1-5%.
Who it's for, and who should skip it
Tends to suit
- dry
- dehydrated
- all
Approach with care
- very sensitive if high pH
- Clogs poresLow
- Irritation riskLow
- pH-dependentIts effect depends on the product's pH
Plays well with
- humectants
- emollients
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