{"product_id":"sodium-isostearoyl-lactylate","title":"Sodium Isostearoyl Lactylate (ISL)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n  \/* --- CDF Fancy Tabs (CSS-only) --- *\/\n  .cdf-tabs {\n    font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \"Segoe UI\", Roboto, sans-serif;\n    color: #3c2a28;\n    border: 1px solid #f1dde3;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    background: #ffffff;\n    overflow: hidden;\n    margin: 22px 0;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-input {\n    display: none;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__header {\n    display: flex;\n    background: #fdf6f8;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #f3e3e8;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__btn {\n    flex: 1;\n    padding: 12px;\n    text-align: center;\n    font-size: 0.9rem;\n    font-weight: 600;\n    cursor: pointer;\n    color: #8a6460;\n    background: transparent;\n    border-right: 1px solid #f3e3e8;\n    text-transform: uppercase;\n    letter-spacing: 0.03em;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tabs__btn:last-child {\n    border-right: none;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane {\n    display: none;\n    padding: 18px 20px;\n    line-height: 1.6;\n    font-size: 0.95rem;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h2,\n  .cdf-tab-pane h3,\n  .cdf-tab-pane h4 {\n    display: block !important;\n    margin: 0 0 6px !important;\n    color: #3c2a28 !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h2 {\n    font-size: 1.05rem !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tab-pane h3 {\n    font-size: 1rem !important;\n    font-weight: 700 !important;\n    margin-top: 18px !important;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-tag-list span {\n    padding: 2px 8px;\n    border-radius: 999px;\n    background: #fdf1f5;\n    border: 1px solid #f3d9e2;\n    font-size: 0.75rem;\n    margin-right: 6px;\n    display: inline-block;\n    margin-top: 4px;\n    color: #7a514d;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-small-note {\n    font-size: 0.8rem;\n    color: #7a6a68;\n    margin-top: 6px;\n  }\n\n  .cdf-highlight-box {\n    background: #fff7fa;\n    border: 1px solid #f3d9e2;\n    border-radius: 8px;\n    padding: 14px 16px;\n    margin: 14px 0 18px;\n  }\n\n  \/* TAB LOGIC *\/\n  #cdf-tab-isl-1:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-tab-isl-1\"],\n  #cdf-tab-isl-2:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-tab-isl-2\"],\n  #cdf-tab-isl-3:checked ~ .cdf-tabs__header label[for=\"cdf-tab-isl-3\"] {\n    background: #ffffff;\n    color: #3c2a28;\n  }\n\n  #cdf-tab-isl-1:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--1,\n  #cdf-tab-isl-2:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--2,\n  #cdf-tab-isl-3:checked ~ .cdf-tab-pane--3 {\n    display: block;\n  }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tabs\"\u003e\n\n\u003cinput checked class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-tab-isl-1\" name=\"cdf-tabs-isl\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-tab-isl-2\" name=\"cdf-tabs-isl\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\u003cinput class=\"cdf-tab-input\" id=\"cdf-tab-isl-3\" name=\"cdf-tabs-isl\" type=\"radio\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tabs__header\"\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"cdf-tab-isl-1\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"cdf-tab-isl-2\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eDetails \u0026amp; Usage\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003clabel for=\"cdf-tab-isl-3\" class=\"cdf-tabs__btn\"\u003eDocuments\u003c\/label\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TAB 1 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--1\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSodium Isostearoyl Lactylate (ISL)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA multifunctional lactylate emulsifier and conditioning ingredient that improves emulsion quality, skin feel, moisture retention and overall formulation performance across skincare and haircare systems.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eINCI Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sodium Isostearoyl Lactylate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCAS Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66988-04-3\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHLB:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 5.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Emulsifier, co-emulsifier, conditioning agent, secondary surfactant, sensory modifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Isostearoyl Lactylate is a versatile acyl lactylate designed for formulators seeking more than basic emulsification. It helps support stable, elegant emulsions while contributing a soft, conditioned skin feel and improved moisture retention, making it especially useful in creams, lotions, cleansers, barrier-care products and conditioning formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts multifunctional character allows ISL to perform across both leave-on and rinse-off systems. In emulsions, it can support texture and stability while improving sensory quality. In haircare and cleansing products, it can contribute conditioning, softness and mild secondary surfactant performance, making it a valuable functional ingredient for streamlined, high-performance formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tag-list\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMultifunctional Emulsifier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eConditioning Agent\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMoisture Retention\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSkin Feel Enhancer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSecondary Surfactant\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eHair Conditioning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLiquid Emulsifier\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eProfessional Formulations\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"cdf-small-note\"\u003eSupplied as a cosmetic raw material for formulation use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TAB 2 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--2\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerformance Profile\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-highlight-box\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMore Than an Emulsifier\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSodium Isostearoyl Lactylate combines emulsification with conditioning and sensory benefits, allowing formulators to improve both the physical structure and the after-feel of finished products. Its lactylate chemistry is particularly useful in systems where stability, softness and moisture-supporting performance are all important.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eISL can be used as part of an emulsifier system in creams and lotions or as a multifunctional supporting ingredient in cleansers, shampoos and conditioners. Its liquid form also makes it convenient to incorporate into oil-phase systems without the handling challenges associated with waxy or powdered emulsifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports the formation and stability of cosmetic emulsions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproves skin softness, smoothness and conditioned after-feel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps support moisture retention in skin and hair formulations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides useful conditioning performance in shampoos and conditioners.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan function as a secondary surfactant in cleansing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps improve the overall sensory profile of both leave-on and rinse-off products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Formulators Choose It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombines emulsification and conditioning in one ingredient.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiquid format simplifies handling and incorporation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUseful across skincare, haircare and cleansing applications.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan complement primary emulsifiers in more sophisticated emulsion systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for formulations where both structure and sensory performance matter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a lighter, softer finish than many conventional heavy emulsifier systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Use Levels\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1–3%\u003c\/strong\u003e in creams, lotions and lightweight emulsions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1–5%\u003c\/strong\u003e in shampoos, conditioners and cleansing systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUp to 10%\u003c\/strong\u003e in specialized formulations where higher functional loading is required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFace creams and moisturizers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody lotions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBarrier-support formulations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFacial cleansers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShampoos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHair conditioners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody washes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby care products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunscreen emulsions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMakeup bases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFormulation Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd to the oil phase of the formulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for use as part of an emulsifier or co-emulsifier system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be used in both leave-on and rinse-off personal care products.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairs well with fatty alcohols, nonionic emulsifiers and other lipid-phase structuring ingredients.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMay also be used alongside surfactants in cleansing and haircare systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinal viscosity, emulsion structure and sensory profile depend on the complete emulsifier system and oil-phase composition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvaluate compatibility, stability and performance in the complete finished formulation before scale-up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"cdf-small-note\"\u003eA practical choice for formulators looking to combine emulsification, conditioning and sensory refinement within a single multifunctional ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- TAB 3 --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"cdf-tab-pane cdf-tab-pane--3\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDocuments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertificate of Analysis (COA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSafety Data Sheet (SDS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"CDF SUPPLIES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46576029171909,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0681\/2942\/3557\/files\/IsopropylLauroylSarcosinate_c8f4c4b7-0054-4fe2-9699-60829d81365f.png?v=1786685004","url":"https:\/\/cdfsupplies.com\/products\/sodium-isostearoyl-lactylate","provider":"CDF SUPPLIES","version":"1.0","type":"link"}