{"product_id":"sodium-pca-50-liquid-solution","title":"Sodium PCA 50% Liquid Solution – Hydrating Humectant","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSodium PCA Liquid is a water-soluble moisturising ingredient used in skincare and haircare formulations to help attract and retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSodium PCA is naturally found in the skin as part of its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural Moisturising Factor (NMF)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a group of substances that help the skin maintain hydration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupplied as an aqueous solution, this ingredient is easy to incorporate into water-based formulations, making it suitable for everything from lightweight facial serums and toners to moisturising creams, lotions and hair conditioners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisture-binding properties:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Acts as a humectant, helping attract and retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports skin hydration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps formulate products designed to maintain skin moisture and comfort.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNaturally present in skin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sodium PCA is a component of the skin's Natural Moisturising Factor (NMF).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConvenient liquid format:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Supplied as a solution, ready for incorporation into the water phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVersatile applications:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Suitable for skincare, body care and haircare formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWater-soluble:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Mixes readily with water and other compatible water-based ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNo added preservatives:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Contains Sodium PCA and water, without added preservatives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon Applications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSodium PCA can be incorporated into a variety of cosmetic formulations, including:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrating facial serums and ampoules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFacial toners and refreshing mists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisturising face creams and lotions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody lotions and creams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrating sheet masks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShampoos and hair conditioners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHair masks and scalp-care products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMoisturising makeup bases and foundations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eFormulation Guidance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Usage Rates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFacial Toners \u0026amp; Mists:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–4%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHydrating Serums:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4–8%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFace Creams \u0026amp; Lotions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3–6%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShampoos, Conditioners \u0026amp; Hair Masks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1.5–5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSheet Mask Essences:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3–7%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody Lotions \u0026amp; Creams:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2–5%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMakeup Bases \u0026amp; Foundations:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1–3%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSolubility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e Fully miscible with water, glycerin and propylene glycol. Not soluble in oils or silicones.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncorporation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Add to the water phase of the formulation, preferably at room temperature or below 60°C. It can also be added during the cool-down stage when working with heat-sensitive ingredients.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcessing Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Maximum recommended processing temperature is 80°C. Avoid prolonged heating at high temperatures, as this may cause discolouration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Formulation pH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.0–7.5. The ingredient is reported to remain stable within a broader pH range of 4.5–8.0.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Compatible with many commonly used cosmetic ingredients, including humectants, thickeners and surfactants. Avoid strongly acidic or alkaline conditions and high concentrations of heavy metal salts. Always assess compatibility within the finished formulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eINCI:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sodium PCA, Aqua (Water)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConcentration:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50–52% Sodium PCA in water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Clear, pale yellow liquid\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Formulators should select an appropriate preservation system and carry out suitable stability and microbiological testing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustomers are responsible for ensuring that their finished formulations are safe, appropriately assessed and compliant with applicable cosmetic regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Shelf Life\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStore tightly sealed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight and excessive heat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the container closed when not in use and use clean dispensing equipment to minimise contamination.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShelf life:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Up to 2 years from the manufacturing date when stored under recommended conditions in the original, unopened packaging. Refer to the product label or batch documentation for the applicable expiry date.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis product is supplied as a cosmetic raw material for use in the formulation and manufacture of finished cosmetic products. It is not intended for direct application as a finished skincare or haircare product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor external cosmetic use only.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCertificate of Analysis (COA)                   \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1048\/2086\/7420\/files\/BYC_Lab_COA_Sodium_PCA_Liquid_BYC-2026-027_PDF.pdf?v=1791462111\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e VIEW PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSafety Data Sheet     (SDS)                       \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1048\/2086\/7420\/files\/BYC_Lab_SDS_Sodium_PCA_Liquid_SDS-NAPC-001_PDF.pdf?v=1791462111\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e VIEW PDF\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"BYC Lab","offers":[{"title":"30 ml","offer_id":59406072447324,"sku":null,"price":4.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"50 ml","offer_id":59406072480092,"sku":null,"price":6.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"100 ml","offer_id":59406072512860,"sku":null,"price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 ml","offer_id":59406072545628,"sku":null,"price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"500ml","offer_id":59406072578396,"sku":null,"price":34.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1048\/2086\/7420\/files\/BYCLabSodiumpcaimage.png?v=1791462214","url":"https:\/\/byclab.co.uk\/products\/sodium-pca-50-liquid-solution","provider":"BYC Lab","version":"1.0","type":"link"}