Sodium Benzoate
💚Very good
Preservative
Antimicrobial
Broad-Spectrum
Preservative
What it is
Sodium salt of benzoic acid providing broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservation. Most effective in acidic formulations (pH <5.5).
How it works
Inhibits microbial cell membrane integrity and enzyme systems. Converts to benzoic acid in acidic conditions providing enhanced antimicrobial action.
Benefits
- Effective preservation preventing bacterial
- fungal
- and mold growth
- extends shelf life of products
- low-cost effective preservative
- FDA-approved safety profile
- particularly effective in acidic formulations
Formulation notes
Effective concentration: N/A
pH range: N/A
Stability: N/A
Safety
Irritancy: N/A
Comedogenicity: N/A
Ratings
Paula's Choice: N/A
INCIdecoder: N/A