SODIUM LACTATE

Other Names: Sodium DL-lactate, Lactic acid sodium salt.

What it is: It aids in the removal of dead skin cells and hydrates the skin.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Note:

• You may need to look at the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used.

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data

Note:

• Sodium Lactate is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data

Conclusion
Sodium Lactate is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2. https://european-union.europa.eu
3. https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
4. https://www.surfactant.top
5. Ismail et al., Sodium lactates in skin lightening formulations: its synergy with other skin lightening agents.

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in