The moisturizing properties of sodium lauroyl lactylate primarily come from lauric acid. As a fatty acid, lauric acid lubricates the skin and forms a protective barrier on the skin’s surface that helps to prevent water from evaporating. Lauric acid is also well known for its antimicrobial activity, which is why it is an effective ingredient to use on acne prone skin when used as an ingredient in Body wash, shampoo and cleansers
Molecular Formula: C18H31NaO6
Due to its sodium backbone, sodium lauroyl lactylate has the ability to easily penetrate through the top layers of skin. Once absorbed, sodium lauroyl lactylate works to moisturize the skin and also to enhance the delivery of other active ingredients. In addition, sodium lauroyl lactylate can be used to extend the fragrance release of fragrance ingredients in cosmetics and personal care products.
Benefits of Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
Due to their sodium backbone the lactylates are able to penetrate the top layers of skin to offer:
Residual Moisturization (moisture barrier)
Extended fragrance release
Enhanced delivery of actives
Can be used for amide-free and sulfate-free
Provides great cleansing and foaming properties
Polyglucose/Lactylate Blend – Decyl glucoside (nonionic) is combined with Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate (anionic) for good cleansing and foaming characteristics. Considered “all natural” – ultramild, clear product.