INCI Nomenclature:
Lactic Acid & Water
Appearance:
Clear Liquid
Color:
Colorless to Light Yellow
Solubility:
Water Soluble
Suggested Use Levels:
Typically incorporated at 1% to 5% for general hydration, skin conditioning, and mild pH adjustment, or up to 10% maximum for non-professional chemical exfoliation
Suggested Applications:
Serums, Creams, Washes, Lotions
pH Stability in Formulations:
0.5 – 5.0; Formulation Dependent
Formulating Guidelines:
Can be incorporated into the aqueous phase of formulations.
Odor:
Characteristic
Shelf Life:
12 months from date of manufacture.
Storage:
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 32°C. Based on stability studies, the optimum storage temperature for maximization of shelf life is 23 - 25°C. However, it may be stored at temperatures between 16 and 32°C if such specific temperature control is not available. Do not freeze.