Lactose

Lactose is a natural sugar derived from milk, commonly used as a filler or texturizer in powders and tablets. In personal care, it functions as a gentle exfoliant and a humectant that improves skin hydration.

Key Benefits and Uses of Lactose:

• Tablet Binder & Filler
  Offers excellent compressibility, flowability, and stability in tablet manufacturing.

• Humectant & Moisture Retainer
  Attracts and retains water in skincare formulations, improving skin softness and hydration.

• Gentle Exfoliation
  Provides mild, natural exfoliating action in facial scrubs and cleansers without harsh abrasives.

• Carrier for Active Ingredients
  Functions as an inert base for actives in both oral and topical drug delivery systems.

• Naturally Derived & Biodegradable
  Safe, clean-label ingredient compatible with sustainable and minimalist formulations.

Common Applications Include:

• Oral tablets, capsules, and lozenges

• Facial scrubs, exfoliants, and cleansers

• Moisturizing creams and lotions

• Dermatological preparations and medicated creams

• Powder-based formulations and dry face masks

Why Choose Lactose?

• Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Grade Available

• Excellent Powder Flow and Compaction Properties

• GRAS-Listed and Widely Accepted in Regulatory Frameworks

• Low Cost and Highly Stable

• Suitable for Sensitive Skin and Low-Irritation Formulas