Sodium Hydroxide vs Triethanolamine

Sodium Hydroxide and Triethanolamine are both formula balancers ingredients. Sodium Hydroxide is found in 798 products while Triethanolamine appears in 163, making Sodium Hydroxide the more widely used option.

Formula balancers

Sodium Hydroxide

Raises formula pH

798 products

Formula balancers

Triethanolamine

pH adjuster and emulsifier

163 products

Top products with Sodium Hydroxide

cerave

Skin Renewing Night Cream

9.4

Drunk Elephant

A-Passioni Retinol Cream

9.0

Kiehl's

Retinol Skin-Renewing Daily Micro-Dose Serum

9.0

Paula's Choice

Clinical 1% Retinol Treatment

8.9

Naturium

Multi-Peptide Moisturizer

8.9

Top products with Triethanolamine

cerave

cerave créme hydratante visage

8.3

Fragonard

Crème antirides pour le visage Vrai

8.0

the ordinary

Natural Moisturizing Factors + HA

7.9

MyLabel

Moisturizing Cream - Normal skin

7.9

Unilever

Body Lotion Hydro Pflege

7.9

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Sodium Hydroxide and Triethanolamine?

Sodium Hydroxide is categorised as "Formula balancers" while Triethanolamine is categorised as "Formula balancers". They serve different functions in skincare formulations.

Can I use Sodium Hydroxide and Triethanolamine together?

In most cases, these ingredients can be used together. However, always patch test and introduce new ingredients gradually.

Which is more common in skincare products?

Sodium Hydroxide is found in 798 products, while Triethanolamine is found in 163 products in our database.

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