Sodium Lactate

Helps attract water.

What it is

A salt made from lactic acid, which is usually produced by fermenting sugars.

A humectant that helps hold on to moisture, and a buffer that helps keep the product's pH steady.

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Helps attract waterOfficial EU function: Humectant

Loosens dead skin cellsOfficial EU function: Keratolytic

Balances the pHOfficial EU function: Buffering