Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate

Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning, preservative agent. It is used in 44 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameSODIUM HYDROXYMETHYLGLYCINATE
FunctionHAIR CONDITIONING, PRESERVATIVE
CAS number70161-44-3
EC number274-357-8
Prevalence44 products (0.05% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches110

Used in

Gel, Pomade & Wax 13.6%General Moisturizers 11.4%Body Treatments 9.1%Face Cleansers 6.8%Serums 6.8%Shampoos 6.8%

Frequently asked

What does Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate do in skincare?
Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate functions as a hair conditioning, preservative agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Sodium Hydroxymethylglycinate?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially gel, pomade & wax (13.6% of its uses).

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