Sodium Levulinate
Other names: levulinic acid salt
Harm score: 1 (Natural substances)
Levulinic acid salt, also known as sodium levulinate, is a synthetic organic compound that has significant applications in various industries. This substance is used as a skin conditioner and emollient, making it a popular ingredient in the cosmetic industry. Its antimicrobial properties are not only useful in cosmetics, but are also often used as a component of preservative mixtures in the food industry.
The levulinic acid from which the salt is formed is a bio-platform chemical derived from biomass, making it a renewable resource for the chemical industry. This substance has a wide range of industrial uses, including the production of fuels, chemicals and polymers. Its production is now well established industrially with major production facilities in China, as well as in the United States and Europe.
Levulinic acid is extracted from corn extract and is added to creams, lotions and other cosmetic products to prevent microbial contamination and extend their shelf life. These properties and the wide range of applications make levulinic acid salt an important and multifunctional element in various industries.
Sodium Levulinate can be found in the following products
Children's prebiotic protective cream - full body with oat protein (50 ml) - protects against external influences
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Facial serum - Niacinamide (vitamin B3) (10 ml) - for acne-prone, sensitive and mature skin
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Facial Serum - Salicylic Acid (10 ml) - helps problematic skin
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Exfoliating milk (100 ml) - with almond and apricot oil
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Argan Day Cream for mature skin 30 (30 ml) - with hyaluronic acid
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