OriginDerived from succinic acid, a four-carbon dicarboxylic acid typically synthesized from petrochemical or bio-based sources. Produced through neutralization of succinic acid with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate.
Sodium succinate (anhydrous) is an organic sodium salt that is the disodium salt of succinic acid. The hexahydrate form is used as an ingredient of topical preparations for the treatment of cataract. It contains a succinate(2-).
Formula
C4H4Na2O4
Mol. Weight
162.05
CAS #
150-90-3
Form
Liquid
State
White solid; [OECD SIDS: Disodium Succinate - 2003]
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Cleansing
Makes oil and water mix so dirt, makeup, and sunscreen can actually be washed away. The reason your face wash foams.
Surfactant Cleansing
Antioxidant
Lifts away dirt and oil
Provides scent
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