Natural lactic acid – the hero of skin and hair care 🌿

One of the most indispensable ingredients in our products at Dalarnas EKO is natural lactic acid . You may have seen it in the ingredients list without really knowing what it does – but the fact is that this little acid makes a big difference .

Lactic acid sounds pretty harsh, but the fact is - it's not only gentle and effective - it's also crucial for our products to have the right pH value , which is one of the keys to healthy skin and scalp .

💧 What is natural lactic acid?

Lactic acid is a mild AHA that occurs naturally in the body, but can also be produced by fermenting sugars from plants. We use naturally produced lactic acid in our products – fully in line with our philosophy of clean, balanced and effective skincare .

🌸 Why we love lactic acid in skincare

Lactic acid is a multifunctional ingredient that:

✔️ Moisturizes the skin – it binds moisture and strengthens the skin's natural barrier
✔️ Gently exfoliates – removes dead skin cells without irritating
✔️ Promotes cell renewal – skin becomes softer, clearer and more balanced
✔️ Strengthens the skin barrier – making it perfect for sensitive skin
✔️ Combats impurities & clogged pores – through gentle exfoliation

🧴 What does lactic acid do in hair care?

Lactic acid does more than just take care of your skin – it also works wonders for your hair and scalp :

✔️ Provides the correct pH value for the scalp – which reduces irritation and itching
✔️ Smoothes the hair shaft – hair becomes shinier and less frizzy
✔️ Prevents frizz and imbalance – for healthier hair from root to tip

⚖️ Correct pH = the key to balance

Lactic acid's most important function in our products is to adjust and stabilize the pH value – and that is incredibly important.

💡 The skin's pH value is naturally between 4.5–5.5 , which is slightly acidic.
💡 The scalp and hair also feel best in a slightly acidic pH.

If the pH becomes too high (alkaline), it can:

🚫 Disrupt the skin's protective barrier
🚫 Increase the risk of irritation, acne and dryness
🚫 Open up the hair shaft and make it brittle, dull and frizzy
🚫 Dry & Itchy Scalp

With natural lactic acid, our products have the perfect pH value for your skin and hair – making them both effective and gentle.

🌿 That's why lactic acid is found in (almost) all of our products

We use natural lactic acid in almost all products from Dalarnas EKO – from our shampoos, conditioners and facial mists to serums, cleansers and skincare.

Not because it sounds nice – but because it actually makes a difference .
Lactic acid helps keep your skin and scalp in balance, every day.

Do you want to experience the effects of pH-balanced skin and hair care for yourself?

✨Discover our bestsellers here
✨ Hyaluronic Moisture Serum+ – with both niacinamide and lactic acid
🧴 PRO Growth Shampoo & Conditioner – for a balanced scalp
🧼 Our soaps and cleansers – pH-adjusted with natural lactic acid