Sodium Citrate
Ingredient information
- INCI name: SODIUM CITRATE
- CAS number : 68-04-2 / 6132-04-3
- Functions:
• pH regulator : Stabilises the pH of cosmetics.
• Masking : Reduces or inhibits the odor or basic taste of the product.
• Chelating : Reacts and forms complexes with metal ions that could affect the stability and / or appearance of cosmetic products.
- Salt of citric acid, which can be derived from citrus fruits.
- It is mainly used to control the pH level of a product.
- Has antioxidant and preservative properties.
- Also used in food and medical applications.
- Organic-compatible (COSMOS Reference).
Description of sodium citrate
Sodium citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. It is commonly used in cosmetics as a pH regulator.
Sodium citrate has several other useful applications, including its use as a chelating agent, which prevents metals in water from binding to other ingredients and affecting their effectiveness.
Sodium citrate has been found to be safe in skin care products. It is supplied in crystal or powder form and is typically used in concentrations up to 12%.
It is also a food additive used to preserve food for longer periods of time. In the medical field, it is used to prevent donated blood from clotting during storage.
INCI Beauty rating: Green
The ingredients in this dictionary are evaluated based on validated and peer-reviewed scientific research. Our main source is the French application INCI Beauty, which itself relies on European cosmetics regulations and various scientific reference bodies.
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