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Sodium Lactate
What It Is
Sodium Lactate is the sodium salt of lactic acid and occurs naturally in the skin.
Functional Role
It functions primarily as a humectant and pH-adjusting ingredient in cosmetic formulations.
Skin-Relevant Properties
Sodium lactate helps support hydration and contributes to maintaining moisture balance within the skin’s outer layer.
Interesting Fact
Sodium lactate is a natural component of the skin’s Natural Moisturizing Factors (NMF).