The Basics On Sodium Lactate

What is Sodium Lactate?

Sodium salt of lactic acid. Used primarily as a hydrating and buffering agent.

What are other names for Sodium Lactate?

2-HYDROXY PROPANOIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT, 2-HYDROXY- MONOSODIUM SALT PROPANOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXYPROPANOIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT, MONOSODIUM SALT 2-HYDROXYPROPANOIC ACID, MONOSODIUM SALT PROPANOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXY-, PROPANOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXY-, MONOSODIUM SALT, PROPANOIC ACID, 2HYDROXY, MONOSODIUM SALT, SODIUM LACTATE, SODIUM LACTATE SOLUTION, and SODIUMA -HYDROXYPROPIONATE

What is Sodium Lactate used for?

In cosmetics and personal care products, sodium lactate functions as a preservative enhancer, buffering agent, and a humectant moisturizer. Sodium lactate acts as a bacteriostatic agent, which means that it stops bacteria from reproducing, while not necessarily killing them otherwise

How Sodium Lactate is classified

Miscellaneous

Recommendations for using Sodium Lactate during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Limited data suggests no known risk

 

Sodium Lactate During Pregnancy

What we know about using Sodium Lactate while pregnant or breastfeeding

Limited information available.

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General safety info about Sodium Lactate from CIR

No report found.

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Products where you might find Sodium Lactate

Peter Thomas Roth Peptide 21 Amino Acid Exfoliating Peel Pads; Summer Fridays Super Amino Gel Cleanser; Guerlain Midnight Secret Late Night Recovery Treatment Anti-Fatigue Serum

 

 

 

List of References

General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/

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Disclaimer: This material is provided for educational purposes only and is not intended for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Consult your healthcare provider with any questions.

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