TEA-LACTATE is graded B (Low Concern) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-CONCENTRATION-.
TEA-LACTATE
Safety grade: B
This is a salt made from lactic acid (a gentle acid found in milk) combined with triethanolamine. It works as a humectant, meaning it helps draw moisture into the skin and keep it hydrated.
TEA-Lactate hydrates and softens the skin by attracting water to the outer layers while also providing mild exfoliating and conditioning benefits.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Other Humectant ingredients
- GLYCERIN — Grade B
- PROPYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A**
- CAPRYLYL GLYCOL — Grade A
- SORBITOL — Grade A
- LACTIC ACID — Grade B
- BUTYLENE GLYCOL — Grade A
- SODIUM HYALURONATE — Grade A
- XYLITOL — Grade A