Ingredient · 🇮🇳 India

Trisodium Edta

Chelating agent Support / formulation
What it is

Trisodium EDTA is a chelating agent used in cosmetic formulations to bind metal ions, improving product stability, preservative efficacy, and preventing discoloration or rancidity. It is a formulation aid rather than a treatment active.

Side effects reported in research

Reported effectHow oftenNotes
Skin irritationRareMild irritation possible, typically at higher concentrations or on compromised skin.
Allergic contact dermatitisVery rareSensitization to EDTA compounds is uncommon but documented in case reports.
Enhanced penetration of other ingredientsUncommonBy disrupting skin barrier slightly, may increase absorption of co-formulated substances.

Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.

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