Sodium Citrate
Category: Chelating Agent, pH Adjuster
Brief description: Sodium salts of citric acid used as chelating agents and pH adjusters in cosmetic formulations.
Benefits: Buffers the pH of cosmetics and personal care products to prevent them from becoming too acidic. Also helps to improve the texture and feel of the product.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types.
Target audience: All audiences.
Chemical composition: Sodium salts of citric acid.
Physical aspect: White, crystalline powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Used in varying concentrations depending on the product and formulation. Typically, less than 1% in cosmetic formulations.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Low risk of skin irritation.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Considered safe and non-toxic to the environment.
Brief description: Sodium salts of citric acid used as chelating agents and pH adjusters in cosmetic formulations.
Benefits: Buffers the pH of cosmetics and personal care products to prevent them from becoming too acidic. Also helps to improve the texture and feel of the product.
Skin type suitability/concerns: Suitable for all skin types.
Target audience: All audiences.
Chemical composition: Sodium salts of citric acid.
Physical aspect: White, crystalline powder.
Compatibility: Compatible with a wide range of cosmetic ingredients.
Concentration: Used in varying concentrations depending on the product and formulation. Typically, less than 1% in cosmetic formulations.
Side effects/adverse reactions: Low risk of skin irritation.
Regulatory status: Approved for use in cosmetics.
Sustainability/ethical considerations: Considered safe and non-toxic to the environment.
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