Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate

Common Name: SSL

Class: Emulsifiers & Emulsion Stabilizers

Functions: Emulsifier, Co-emulsifier, Emulsion Stabilizer, Thickener

Typical Usage Rate: 0.5-3%

Phase: Oil Phase or Hot Water Phase

Solubility: both

Used in: LotionMath

Notes: Derived from lactic acid and stearic acid; originally a food emulsifier (E481); used in cosmetics as a mild O/W emulsifier; synergistic with fatty alcohols; creates stable, elegant emulsions

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