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Fact Sheet: Sodium Borate
INCI name:
Sodium Borate.
Function:
pH regulator, emulsifier.
Origin:
Synthetic.
Concentration allowed by European regulations :
Where to find it / them? :
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.
Risks to health:
Suspected reprotoxicant, potential skin irritant.
Risks to the environment :
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More information :
Also used as a food additive (E284). Classified CMR (carcinogenic, mutagenic, reprotoxic).