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Sodium Gluconate
A mild chelator and stabilizer that binds metal ions and helps formulas maintain quality better.
ChelatorStabilizerMild
✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Sodium salt of gluconic acid. Used in cosmetics as a chelating agent, stabilizer, and support for the preserving system.
Suitable for creams, cleansers, toners, serums, shampoos, and formulas with natural or EDTA-free positioning.
Key Benefits
Binds metal ions
Helps reduce the impact of hard water or metal traces from raw materials.
Supports stability
May reduce the risk of color, odor, or texture changes in the product.
Gentle on the formula
Fits well into delicate daily products and is often used as an alternative to stronger chelators.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Not active for the skin
Sodium Gluconate should not be the key reason for hydration or soothing. Its role is product quality and stability.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sodium Gluconate do for skin?
Suitable for creams, cleansers, toners, serums, shampoos, and formulas with natural or EDTA-free positioning.
Who should use Sodium Gluconate?
Sodium Gluconate is suitable for: Creams, Toners, Cleansing, EDTA-free formulas.
Are there any warnings about Sodium Gluconate?
Sodium Gluconate should not be the key reason for hydration or soothing. Its role is product quality and stability.
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