Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate

  • Preservative
  • Hair Conditioning

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About Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is the sodium salt of a substituted amino acid.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to reduce tangling and roughness in hair for smooth grooming and to inhibit the growth of microorganisms in products, slowing deterioration during storage.[3] In Europe, when used as a preservative, it is permitted up to a maximum of 0.5%.[2]

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate Details

Ingredient function
Hair Conditioning, Preservative
Main product categories
Hair Wax/Gel, Moisturizing Cream, Cleansing Foam
INCI name
SODIUM HYDROXYMETHYLGLYCINATE
CosIng ID
37892

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate References

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