What it is
A preservative used to increase the shelf life of skincare and haircare products. It is also used in the food industry.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations
PregnancyAs per current usage/dosage guidelines, it is best to use products with this ingredient, only as guided by your physician
Nursing MothersNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Babies under 2 yearsNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data
Children under 12 yearsNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data
Cancer freeNot listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Natural/Synthetic
Attributes
ComedogenicityNot listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skinSafe for use
Sensitive skinSafe for use
Note
- Sodium benzoate is not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic or avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data.
Conclusion Sodium Benzoate is safe as per the current practice of use.
References
- https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- https://european-union.europa.eu
- https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
- https://ec.europa.eu
- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®'s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in