Fact Sheet: Sodium Borate

INCI name:   Sodium Borate.

Function:   pH regulator, emulsifier.

Origin:   Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by the EU regulation:  

Where to find it / Where they are found?:   Eye creams, hair creams, face cleansers, hair lotions, eyelash & eyebrow serums, bath oils, soaps, styling gels/lotions, hair serums, foot creams, scrubs, conditioners, hand creams.

Health risks:   Suspected reprotoxicant, potential skin irritant.

Environmental risks:   /

Alternative :  

Additional information:   Also used as a food additive (E284). Classified CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic).