Disodium EDTA
Chelating AgentPreservativeAlso known as: EDTA, Ethylenediaminetetraacetic Acid Disodium Salt, Edetate Disodium
A chelating agent that binds metal ions to improve product stability and enhance preservative effectiveness.
Time to results
Results vary by individual and formulation
Improves product stability, enhances preservative efficacy, prevents oxidation caused by metal ions, maintains product clarity.
Present as a formulation ingredient. No specific application instructions.
CIR-reviewed as safe in cosmetics. Enhances the efficacy of preservative systems by chelating metal ions that support microbial growth.
Cautions
Well tolerated at cosmetic concentrations. Not expected to penetrate skin significantly. Environmental persistence concerns.
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