Characteristics
- INCI
- Sodium Borate
- CAS
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1330-43-4, 1303-96-4
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- IUPAC
- Disodium Tetraborate, Anhydrous (Boric Acid, Disodium Salt); Disodium Tetraborate Decahydrate (Borax Decahydrate)
- Functions
- buffering
- EU Restr.
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III/1a III/1b
EU regulatory status: restricted use. The ingredient is permitted in EU cosmetics but its use and labelling are regulated.
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Description
A very alkaline colorless, crystalline powder used in tiny amounts to set the pH of cosmetics products to be just right. In larger amounts, it can be a skin irritant (the Cosmetic Ingredient Review panel concluded that sodium borate up to 5% is safe as a cosmetic ingredient, though a 5% solution should not be used on infant or injured skin).
Found in products (119 total)
Hair
Shampoos
5
Styling
4
Hair Growth & Loss Prevention
3
Conditioners & Masks
2
Leave-in Care
1
Scalp Scrubs
1
Face Care
Moisturizers
22
Exfoliants & Peels
10
Cleansing
10
Eye Care
8
Toning
6
Serums & Essences
2
Face Sunscreen
2
Body Care
Body Moisturizers
23
Body Sunscreen & Self-tan
4
Shower Gels & Bath Foams
2
Body Scrubs
1
Anti-cellulite & Stretch Marks
1
Hair Removal
1
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции Stridex (6 продуктов)
Indus Valley Soothing & Firming Light Day Cream
Indus Valley
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Luster’s Pink Oil Moisturizer Hair Lotion - Original
Luster’s
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Stridex Daily Care Acne Pads With Aloe For Sensitive Skin
Stridex
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Stridex Daily Care Acne Pads With Salicylic Acid, Maximum Strength
Stridex
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Benamor Miracle Face Cream
Benamor
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ARAVIA Professional Detox Carbon Cleanser
ARAVIA Professional
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Synonyms
Borax
Sodium Borate (Natural Preservative)
Sodium Borate (Natural Thickener)
Sodium Tetraborate
Tetraborate Decahydrate