Sodium Metabisulfite
Preservative
Preservatives are used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in products. They are typically used in cosmetic products to help extend the shelf life of the product.
Antioxidant
Antioxidants inhibit oxidation, or a chemical reaction that leads to cell-damage and are found to correct signs of aging, brighten skin tone, and some antioxidants help stimulate collagen.
Explained
Sodium metabisulfite is also known as Sodium Pyrosulfite. It is a preservative, antioxidant, and disinfectant.
As a preservative, it helps stabilize cosmetic formulas without affecting their color or scent.
See all 1,168 products with Sodium Metabisulfite
Users who like it
51%
Users who avoid it
49%
What it does
Preservative
Tending to preserve or capable of preserving.
Antioxidant
A substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one, such as vitamin e, vitamin c, or beta carotene, that protects cellsfrom the sometimes damaging effects of oxidation.
Prevalence
Uncommon
Percentage of products that contain it
1.1%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Cleansers
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
0%
References
Products with Sodium Metabisulfite
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
37956
INCI Name
SODIUM METABISULFITE
INN Name
sodium metabisulfite
EC #
 231-673-0 / -
All Functions
Antioxidant, Preservative, Redu CI Ng
