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INGREDIENT GLOSSARY • Preservative
Disodium EDTA
AT A GLANCE
Disodium EDTA
Neutralizes metal ions, helping products to remain fresh and stable.
Type of Ingredient
Preservative
Why we use it
Metal ions (individual metal atoms) can find their way into skincare formulas and wreak havoc by causing spoilage, breaking down actives, and disrupting emulsions. Disodium EDTA is what’s know as a chelating ingredient, meaning it bonds to those metal ions and neutralizes them. Chelators are a crucial part of any water-based skincare product.
What it’s in
Interface, Lipid Gold, Lipid Gold Eye Cream, Rewind, Velvet Cleansing Milk