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Sodium Levulinate

Often labeled as: Natural Preservative

The eco-friendly, antibacterial plant salt.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

The sodium salt of levulinic acid (derived from corn or sugar cane). It acts as a highly effective, natural preservative against bacteria.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Safely preserves cosmetics and acts as a skin conditioning agent.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Almost always paired with Sodium Anisate for complete protection against mold and bacteria.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a harsh salt that dries the skin.

The Science

It is a gentle, skin-conditioning organic salt that prevents bacterial spoilage.