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What is it? - go to sodium stearoyl lactylate information Where does it come from? - go to 1,2-Heptanediol origin What are the benefits? How is it used in our products?

What is it?

Sodium Levulinate is a sodium salt of levulinic acid, a naturally occurring organic acid. It is commonly used as a preservative in natural and organic skincare products as a safer alternative to synthetic preservatives, aligning with clean beauty trends. Sodium Levulinate is valued for its skin-conditioning properties and its ability to contribute to the efficacy of formulations while also providing moisturizing and protecting benefits.

Information

Sodium Levulinate is a sodium salt of levulinic acid, a naturally occurring organic acid. It is commonly used as a preservative in natural and organic skincare products as a safer alternative to synthetic preservatives, aligning with clean beauty trends. Sodium Levulinate is valued for its skin-conditioning properties and its ability to contribute to the efficacy of formulations while also providing moisturizing and protecting benefits.

Where does it come from?

Sodium Levulinate is derived from levulinic acid, which is typically sourced from renewable plant-based materials. Levulinic acid is produced through the acid hydrolysis of cellulose, a component of plant cell walls. The process involves breaking down biomass, such as corn, sugarcane, or wood, into its sugar components, which are then converted into levulinic acid. This acid is subsequently neutralized with sodium hydroxide to form Sodium Levulinate.

What are the benefits?

MOISTURIZING PROTECTING GENTLE

What are the benefits?

  • Preservative: It is widely used as a natural preservative, to extend the shelf life of skincare products by inhibiting the growth of harmful pathogens.
  • Skin Conditioning: Sodium Levulinate has moisturizing properties that can maintain the skin's hydration levels, leaving it soft and smooth.
  • Purifying: It provides purifying properties, making it useful in formulations aimed at pore clearing, oily skin and skin conditions.
  • Gentle on Skin: As a naturally derived ingredient, it is generally well-tolerated by the skin and is suitable for use in products for sensitive skin.
  • pH Regulator: It can stabilize the pH of skincare products, ensuring that they remain potent and gentle on the skin.

How is it used in our products?

Sodium Levulinate is used in F38 Purifying Cleansing Gel , F71 Corrective Cleansing Gel , F74 Regeneration Intense Face Cream , B53 Grapefruit Rose Shower Gel , and B55 Cinnamon Ginger Shower Gel from OLIVEDA and 009 Dope Your Glow Deep Cleanser from LA DOPE. Included for its ability to naturally contribute to the product's shelf life by acting as a gentle preservative while providing hydration. It can maintain the skin's natural moisture levels and conditioning.