SODIUM BENZOATE

Ingredient type: PRESERVATIVE

✨ Role: Sodium benzoate is primarily used as a preservative in cosmetic products. It helps prevent the growth of fungi, bacteria, and mold, thereby extending the shelf life of skin care products.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Sodium benzoate is generally considered safe for most skin types when used in low concentrations.

✨ Vegan: Yes, sodium benzoate is non-animal-derived and therefore suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Note: Although it is safe in small quantities, when combined with ascorbic acid (vitamin C), it can form benzene, a potentially carcinogenic compound, but this is unlikely in controlled formulations. That is why it is important to follow the concentration recommendations.

Found in: It is commonly found in moisturizers, lotions, facial cleansers, shampoos, and other personal care products.