Sodium Sulfate
Primary Function
Thickener
Health Score
8/10
Eco Score
7/10
Also Known As
Glauber salt
About Sodium Sulfate
An inorganic salt used as a viscosity modifier in shampoos and as a filler in bath products like bath bombs and salts.
Formulation Role & Skin Benefits
Sodium Sulfate is selected for formulations requiring giving products their desired texture, spreadability, and body, delivering delivering a luxurious, drip-free application and consistent formula feel.
Best suited for all skin types, providing structure to lightweight and rich products alike. Typical formulation context: gels, serums, rich creams, shampoos, and mask bases.
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