Helps preserve product freshness and stability by preventing unwanted mineral buildup that can affect texture and performance.
Formula
C2H6Na2O7P2
Mol. Weight
249.99
CAS #
7414-83-7
Form
Powder
Plant-Derived
Synthetic. Derived from phosphonic acid chemistry, belonging to the diphosphonate compound family. Synthesized through phosphorylation of ethylidene diphosphonic acid, then neutralized with sodium hydroxide.
Synthetic bisphosphonate compound developed in the mid-20th century for industrial water treatment before adoption in cosmetics as a chelating and stabilizing agent.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
General
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Caution
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer