Potassium Sorbate
山梨酸钾
What it does
- Inhibits yeast and mold
- Gentle preservative
Evidence
Strong evidenceCIR assessed safe. Works best at pH below 6.
Skin types
Well suited for: All
Very well-tolerated.
Irritation potential
Very Low
Comedogenic rating
0 / 5
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe during pregnancy
Safe.
Good to know
Popular in 'clean beauty' formulations. Often paired with sodium benzoate.
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