An ingredient that is able to bring the pH of a product up, thereby making it less harsh on the skin.
Functions
Denaturant,
Denaturant
Denaturant – turns alcohol undrinkable.
Denaturant,
Denaturant
Denaturant – turns alcohol undrinkable.
pH Adjuster
pH Adjuster
pH adjuster – alters the pH level of a formula.
pH Adjuster
pH Adjuster
pH adjuster – alters the pH level of a formula.
Origin
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Overview
Sodium hydroxide brings the pH of products up, making them more basic. You may see it with Carbomer or other thickeners that require neutralization, or to balance out acids and prevent them from being too harsh on the skin. It is also commonly used in soapmaking.
