Sodium Hydroxide 

Scientific name
NaOH, Caustic soda, lye

History of plant/fun facts

The use of alkaline substances in soap production dates back to ancient civilizations. The Babylonians and Egyptians utilized forms of lye in their early soap formulations. The term "lye" itself originates from Old English, meaning "wash stuff," highlighting its long-standing association with cleansing.

Clinical uses

Sodium hydroxide is indispensable for its ability to saponify fats and oils, resulting in soap. This reaction is fundamental to producing solid soap bars and sodium hydroxide is completely removed from the soap bar during this process of saponification

Products with this ingredient 

• Baby Soap