A chelating agent that binds metal ions.
What it is
EDTA (ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) is a synthetic aminopolycarboxylic acid that binds metal ions such as calcium, magnesium and iron. CosIng lists it as chelating.
Where it is used
Found in shampoos, shower gels, creams, lotions and other products, where it helps limit the effects of hard water and trace metals.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
EDTA appears on labels in several forms (for example disodium or tetrasodium EDTA); this entry covers the free acid.
Functions
- Chelating
- Forming complexes with metal ions which could affect the stability and/or appearance of cosmetics.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (77)
- Revolution Superfix Grip Primer · Revolution
- Revolution Peptide Strength Lash & Brow Serum · Revolution
- Revolution Hydrate Primer · Revolution
- Tusz do rzęs False Lash Effect · Max Factor
- Tusz do rzęs 2000 Calorie · Max Factor
- Masterpiece Mascara Waterproof · Max Factor
- False Lash Effect Mascara · Max Factor
- High Amplify Shampoo · Matrix
- Color Motion+ Acondicionador · Wella Professionals
- Invigo Brilliance Vibrant Color Fine & Normal Hair Mask · Wella Professionals
- Invigo Brilliance Vibrant Color Fine & Normal Hair Conditioner · Wella Professionals
- Invigo Brilliance Vibrant Color Coarse Hair Mask · Wella Professionals