A natural mineral that helps stabilize formulas while protecting skin from environmental stressors. It keeps products fresh and your skin barrier strong.
Solubility FREELY SOL IN WATER; PRACTICALLY INSOL IN ETHER, BENZENE, ABSOLUTE ALCOHOL, CHLOROFORM
Formula
C6H11KO7
Mol. Weight
234.25
CAS #
299-27-4
Form
Powder
State
Liquid
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Functions
Chelating
Grabs onto metal ions in water that would destabilize the formula. Keeps your product from going bad or changing color.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Moisturising
Nourishes & Protects
Traditional Use
Derived from glucose, this salt was developed in the 20th century as a mineral supplement and skin conditioning agent. Used in modern cosmetics for hydration and as a potassium source for skin health.