Is this Sodium Hydroxide 100% Lye?
1828568
Sodium Hydoxide IS lye. The label says, "High Grade Sodium Hydroxide/Lye/NaOH." There is no indication that there is anything else in the package other than "Sodium Hydroxide Lye Beads."
1828569
Technically, lye is specifically derived from percolating water through wood ashes, and it also contains some potassium hydroxide along with the sodium hydroxide. This Sodium hydroxide on the other hand, is pure sodium hydroxide, without the other stuff that comes out of wood ashes. They add the word "lye" on the label most probably for the layman to recognize what it is. I have made soap with it and it works great.
1828570
No. 100% would be a "lab grade" which is sold in tiny little bottles and costs a fortune. At best, this lye is 99% pure.
644110
Hello, While reviewing the product label for the Aloe Vera we do not see that it states 100%. Please be assured we have contacted the necessary departments to have this information updated. Thank you for bringing this to our attention.
1590153
Yes. It now contains Sodium Laurel Sulfate (or something related). Back around 1995 I was co-owner of a day spa, and attended a presentation by Nioxin. One of the big points they stressed was how their shampoo did not contain sodium laurel sulfate because it was linked to hair loss. At some point Nioxin was bought out by Procter and Gamble. Then sodium laurel sulfate began to appear on the ingredients list. I've stopped using it myself as a result.
568895
since it says 99% pure - one would have to assume that the 1% is something else. Water? Logic dictates -- what it is probably falls into a list of safe items to be dispensed. Logical?
976040
It does have lye. It doesn't say on there no lye relaxer. It's better to go to a beauty supply store and check out no lye relaxers. I just like this relaxer because it is not harsh on my hair
1887607
No, it isn't. At the very top of the ingredients list is SD alcohol 40-B. That's another thing I didn't like about this formula. I tried using it again this morning and the cheap sprayer didn't work, even after rinsing it off with water. I don't know why they call this stuff free and clear; it has another half dozen or so chemicals in it, although they claim most harmful ingredients have been taken out. Someone should do better. I will continue my search for a better formula, that's for sure!
296745
No it is not. I have used sulphate free shampoo and this product is just a good or better.
2083464
Yes, it's a non-sudsy formula. The first thing I did when it arrived was shake the bottle. The few bubbles immediately disappeared - like water.
1767750
I believe so. This should be NaOH, sodium hydroxide. I know people use this to make soap but I don't know if they are making cold process soap........
1985432
It's sodium carbonate. This exact product is also sold as a swimming pool pH increaser. Sodium hydroxide, or lye, should not be used to tie-dye. Likewise, this product (soda ash) won't help you saponify oils for soap, or clear a blocked drain like lye will. Sodium Hydroxide, improperly mixed with water, can burn holes through plastic and cause severe tissue damage. Soda ash, mixed with water, will dry your hands out for a day.
1069176
According to its prescription, it is pure. I can't really tell if there are impurities as I've never tried other brands before.
1714537
I am unaware of any salt being used in this product. I have used this on my face as well as my hair and have seen great results. It's been over a year of using this product and I really have no complaints, its very thick so u have to use it sparingly but otherwise I love it.
1567116
Yes it does. It is not Pure. Don't waste your money like I did. It says so right on the side of the bottle. i was so mad I wasted my money on this!
2049119
There is 0 sodium in this product. I believe it is made by infusion-just smoke flavored water. very clean product!
2086308
no, this is the "melt and pour " method, the lye base is already made, i would suggest a good soap making book, and just gather your recipe items.
2278247
contains all natural washing soda, sodium silicate and coconut oil based detergents. for more information go to www.charliesoap.com
2155084
I can't guarantee it's 100% pure but that is what they claim and I've had good results from it. I pretty much only use it under my eyes. It seems to noticeably soften my wrinkles. The downside is it work its way into my eyes making me blink for a little it but I've had no long term issues. I stopped using it for a few days and noticed a difference so I started using it again. So I can only say it works for me and I'll probably buy it again. Hope this helps.