The sodium salt of vitamin C, used as an antioxidant.
What it is
Sodium ascorbate is the sodium salt of ascorbic acid (vitamin C), a water-soluble white to slightly yellowish powder. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant.
Where it is used
Found in serums, creams, masks, hair care products and other products.
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.
The label does not show the amount used.
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.