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MakingCosmetics - EDTA - 4.4oz / 125g - Cosmetic Ingredient
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About MakingCosmetics - EDTA - 4.4oz / 125g - Cosmetic
Description: Chelating agent able to bind metal ions (e.g. sodium, calcium, magnesium, zinc and many more). Widely used in the cosmetic industry for various purposes. Off-white powder, no odor. Easily soluble in cold water. CAS: 64-02-8 INCI Name: Tetrasodium EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid tetrasodium salt) Properties: Co-preservative that enhances efficacy of other antibacterial agents, emulsion and foam stabilizer (has detergent properties and stabilizes other surfactants), antioxidant (enhances effects of natural antioxidants as e.g. vitamin C and E), improves efficacy of other preservatives by stabilizing the pH value. Use: Typical concentration 0.1-0.5% (Note: EDTA increases pH value!). For external use only. Applications: To stabilize and/or help preserve all kinds of cosmetic products like creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, makeup products, sunscreen products.
