Sodium Hydroxide
Sodium Hydroxide is a pH adjuster — raises formula pH. It's found in 1073 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Raises formula pH
Who it's best for
A formula support ingredient that ensures product stability.
- Keeps the product at the right pH for both efficacy and skin compatibility
- Not something you choose — but important for the formula to work
- Generally present at very low concentrations and well-tolerated
Works well with
- +Works on your skin(active)
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
1073 products
Formula balancers
Best products with Sodium Hydroxide
Top products with Sodium Hydroxide
The Littles 8.0
Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid
Retinol Reform® with 1% Encapsulated Retinol for Fine Lines & Wrinkles
TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask
Vitamin Enriched Smoothing Serum with Niacinamide + Vitamin C
Vitamin C Brightening Korean Guava Toner Pads for Undereye & Cheeks
Micro-Dose Anti-Aging Retinol Serum with Ceramides & Peptide
O₂ Niacinamide Multitasking Treatment Serum with Peptides and Hyaluronic Acid for Firming, Dark Spots, Pores and Hydration
10% Niacinamide Booster
LHA + AHA Korean Watermelon Toner Pads for Hydration and Gentle Exfoliation
Retinol Synergist Anti-Aging Treatment Serum with Malassezin + 0.3% Encapsulated Retinol
A-Passioni Retinol Cream
Mini Must-Haves with 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner, Foaming Cleanser, & SPF 50
The Blue Peptide Bakuchiol Plump Glow Serum
Ultra Repair Hydrating Pillow Pads with Colloidal Oatmeal and Ceramides
Mini The BARRIER Bioactive Treatment Face Mask with PDRN
Elastic Skin Firming & Plumping Vegan Growth Factor Serum with Copper Peptides
Vitamin C Niacinamide Brightening Eye Serum for Dark Circles
Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum
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Frequently asked questions
What does Sodium Hydroxide do in skincare?
Raises formula pH
Is Sodium Hydroxide safe for sensitive skin?
Sodium Hydroxide is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Sodium Hydroxide?
1073 products in our database contain Sodium Hydroxide. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scoring 9.8/9.8.
Can I use Sodium Hydroxide every day?
pH adjusters are present at minimal concentrations and are part of daily product use. They are not a concern for any skin type.