Sodium Lactate

Sodium Lactate molecular structurePubChem

5+ year old children • Skin contact product

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Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Lactate?

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YES - Generally Safe
Danger Score: 2 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Sodium Lactate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children when used in topical products. Kids may have different tolerance levels.

ℹ️General Overview

For children aged 5 and up (school-age kids, children, older kids), sodium lactate is usually low risk when used in normal skin creams, lotions and cleansers. It helps skin hold moisture and adjusts product pH. Major safety reviews say it is generally safe if used the right way.

✅What to Do

Choose products made for children or regular adult lotions from trusted brands. Follow the product label: use only as directed, avoid professional-strength or high-concentration formulas, and rinse off if the product instructs. If using sunscreen or products that warn about sun sensitivity, use daily sun protection as directed.

⚠️Warnings

Watch for redness, stinging, or irritation and stop use if these happen. Avoid using sodium lactate on broken or badly cracked skin. Be cautious with products that don’t list concentration or pH limits — industry safety reviews (Cosmetic Ingredient Review) note restrictions on concentration and pH and advise following those limits. Also note it can increase skin absorption of other ingredients (reported in an industry position paper on alpha-hydroxy acids), so avoid combining it with unknown or harsh actives without guidance from a pediatrician or dermatologist.

Confidence: MEDIUM

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Banned: This ingredient is restricted for some uses and must follow limits in parts of the world. An industry safety panel sets concentration and pH rules and a national cosmetics watch list flags it as restricted, so some countries or products limit or ban it unless rules are met (Cosmetic Ingredient Review; Canada Cosmetics Hot List).
Absorbed: This chemical can help other things pass through the skin and itself is noted as a penetration enhancer. That means it can get into the body more easily if used on the skin (position paper on alpha-hydroxy acids).
Sun Burn: Experts say it must be formulated carefully to avoid making skin more sensitive to sunlight. Labels or sun-protection directions are recommended to lower this risk (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).
Irritant: Safety guidance says it may only be safe when used briefly and rinsed off, and there are limits on pH and concentration. Those rules point to a real chance of skin irritation if used wrong (Cosmetic Ingredient Review).

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Alternative Names for Sodium Lactate

This ingredient may also be listed as:

sodium lactatelactateCOMPOUND SOLUTION OF SODIUM LACTATE [INN]31-EP2311821A1SC-19308W-104498PROPANOIC ACID, 2-HYDROXY-, MONOSODIUM SALT (9CI)31-EP2287160A131-EP2272817A1O584AK12177031-EP2301938A1

Always check ingredient labels carefully, as ingredients may be listed under different names.

Products Containing Sodium Lactate

This ingredient is found in the following products:

This list shows products that contain Sodium Lactate or its alternative names.

Common Questions About Sodium Lactate

Is this kid-friendly to use Sodium Lactate?

Yes, Sodium Lactate is generally considered safe for 5+ year old children based on current research.

What are the banned risks of Sodium Lactate for children?

Banned or heavily restricted in one or more countries.

What are the absorbed risks of Sodium Lactate for children?

Can be absorbed through the skin and get into the bloodstream.

What are the sun burn risks of Sodium Lactate for children?

May increase skin’s sensitivity to sunlight and cause faster burning.

What are the irritant risks of Sodium Lactate for children?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin.

What products contain Sodium Lactate?

Sodium Lactate is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

When can kids start using products with Sodium Lactate?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 5+ year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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