SODIUM CARBONATE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Sodium carbonate is often used in cosmetics to adjust the pH of formulas. It also helps cleanse and control the texture of products such as bubble baths and cleansers.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe in the concentrations typically found in cosmetic products.

✨ Vegan: Yes, sodium carbonate is mineral-based and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although generally safe, excessive use can increase alkaline residue on the skin, which can sometimes cause mild irritation, especially on very sensitive skin.

Found in: Facial cleansers, soaps, bubble baths, and sometimes in hair care products.