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Sodium Chloride

Sodium Chloride

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Key Functions: Works as a viscosity modifier, exfoliant, and mineral-rich additive in cosmetic and personal care products.

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Information About Sodium Chloride

  • Natural mineral salt (NaCl) with high cosmetic purity
  • Thickens anionic surfactant systems like shampoos and washes
  • Used as a gentle exfoliant in scrubs and salt-based treatments
  • Enhances cleansing and purifying properties
  • Improves bath salt hardness and skin-softening effects

Sodium Chloride, also known as cosmetic-grade salt, is a versatile raw material used for its thickening, cleansing, and exfoliating properties. It’s commonly added to shampoos and body washes to increase viscosity and reduce runniness. As a granular exfoliant, it gently removes dead skin cells and purifies the skin. It also serves as the base for bath salts, scrubs, and DIY mineral treatments. Pure, food-grade salt may also help draw out toxins and minerals during soaking rituals.

INCI Name: Sodium Chloride

CAS Number: 7647-14-5

Solubility: Soluble in water

Add Phase: Cool-down or water phase depending on use

pH Stability: Stable across full cosmetic pH range

Processing Temperature: Not heat-sensitive

Appearance: White crystalline granules or powder

Odor: Odorless

Molecular Formula: NaCl

Molecular Weight: 58.44 g/mol

Flash Point: Non-flammable

Density: ~2.17 g/cm³

Chemical Type: Inorganic salt

Functional Groups: Ionic compound (Na⁺ and Cl⁻)

Primary Cosmetic Uses: Thickening, exfoliation, bath soaks, cleansing booster

  • Usage Rate: 1% – 5% for thickening; up to 60% for scrubs/baths
  • Phase: Water phase or cool-down depending on purpose
  • Ideal For: Shampoos, Body Washes, Scrubs, Bath Soaks, Mineral Cleansers

🧂 To thicken shampoo, dilute NaCl in water first, then add gradually with stirring. Too much salt can thin the formula — test in increments (0.5%–1% max).

✔️ Suitable for normal, oily, and combination skin

⚠️ Avoid overuse on dry or irritated skin due to mild drying effect

1. Thickening Shampoo Base

Add small increments of Sodium Chloride (0.5%–2%) to increase viscosity in anionic surfactant-based shampoos.

2. Exfoliating Salt Scrub

Use 60% fine-grain NaCl with coconut oil, shea butter, and fragrance oil for an invigorating body polish.

3. Detox Bath Salt

Combine with magnesium sulfate and essential oils like eucalyptus or lavender for a rejuvenating soak.

4. Mineral Foot Soak

Add 30% sodium chloride with peppermint and tea tree oil for refreshing foot care.

5. Cleansing Bar Additive

Enhance soap hardness and purifying power by adding up to 2% in melt-and-pour soap formulations.

Serums
☆☆☆☆☆ – Not Suitable
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜



Creams & Lotions
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – Minimal use, often as trace mineral.



Toners
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – Used in mineral facial mists at low %



Face Masks
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Moderate
🟧🟧🟧⬜⬜ – Adds mineral detoxifying properties in wash-off masks.



Cleansers
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Used in facial and body scrubs or exfoliating cleansers.



Hair Masks
⭐⭐☆☆☆ – Fair
🟧🟧⬜⬜⬜ – Occasionally used for scalp detox blends.



Deodorants
⭐⭐⭐☆☆ – Moderate
🟧🟧🟧⬜⬜ – May be added to salt-based deodorants.



Shampoos
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ – Excellent
🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩 – Thickens and boosts cleansing in surfactant formulas.



Soaps
⭐⭐⭐⭐☆ – Good
🟩🟩🟩🟩⬜ – Enhances soap hardness and exfoliation.



Conditioners
⭐☆☆☆☆ – Poor
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜ – Not compatible with conditioning systems.



Lip Balms
☆☆☆☆☆ – Not Suitable
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Body Butters
⭐☆☆☆☆ – Poor
🟥⬜⬜⬜⬜ – Rarely used; can irritate sensitive skin.

Q1: Is this table salt?

A1: No, this is cosmetic-grade Sodium Chloride, more refined than table salt and free from additives like iodine or anti-caking agents.

Q2: Can I use it in bath bombs?

A2: Yes, but it's typically added to bath soaks or salts, not bath bombs which rely on bicarbonates.

Q3: Can this irritate sensitive skin?

A3: In high concentrations or scrubs, it may cause dryness. Always patch test or combine with oils.

Q4: Will it work in sulfate-free shampoos?

A4: It may not thicken sulfate-free systems well. Works best with SLES, SLS, or ALS.

Q5: Is it natural?

A5: Yes, Sodium Chloride is a naturally occurring mineral salt and widely accepted in natural formulations.

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Where Can You Safely Use Sodium Chloride

Discover how Sodium Chloride performs across different products — rated for safety, stability, and effectiveness.

Serums
0
Not Recommended
Creams & Lotions
4
Slight Issues
Toners
4
Slight Issues
Face Masks
6
Fair
Cleansers
8
Good
Hair Masks
4
Slight Issues
Deodorants
6
Fair
Eye Creams
0
Not Recommended
Shampoos
9
Very Good
Soaps
8
Good
Conditioners
2
Stability Issues
Lip Balms
0
Not Recommended
Body Butters
2
Stability Issues
Ointments
0
Not Recommended