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FERROUS LACTATE.

Valuable CAS 5905-52-2 / SKIN CONDITIONING

Ferrous Lactate is a skin conditioning agent that supplies essential ferrous ions to support skin tone and vitality. Its lactate component contributes to cellular pH balance and reinforces the skin barrier for comprehensive skin homeostasis.

Summary

Skin conditioning Skin vitality Skin tone regulation pH balancing Skin barrier support

Science

Mechanism of Action

Ferrous Lactate delivers bioavailable ferrous ions (Fe2+) which are fundamental for maintaining skin vitality and regulating skin tone. Concurrently, the lactate moiety actively contributes to skin homeostasis by stabilizing cellular pH, modulating the skin's protective barrier function, and influencing local immune responses.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 4 – 6
0 7 14

Stability

Ferrous Lactate exhibits general stability under dry storage conditions and across a broad pH range. However, it is highly sensitive to light and atmospheric oxygen, which can induce oxidation. Optimal preservation requires storage in tightly sealed containers within a cool, dry, and ventilated environment, shielded from heat, direct sunlight, and minimized air exposure.

Conflicts

  • Heat
  • Light
  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Air (oxygen)

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Safe with restrictions
Max tested
10%
Sensitization risk Low

The Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel has concluded that ferrous lactate is safe for cosmetic use at concentrations up to 10% (w/w), provided the final formulation's pH is maintained at or above 3.5. It is also recognized as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for food applications.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
Yes Dry
Yes Oily
Yes Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Ferrous Lactate is a valuable ingredient for promoting skin vitality and tone, offering robust barrier support and pH balancing properties, with a favorable safety profile when formulated within specified parameters.

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