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Functional / Support

Sodium Metabisulfite

Often labeled as: Preservative Antioxidant

The acidic formula defender.

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Overall Safety Safe
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Pregnancy Safety Safe
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Comedogenic (0-5) 0 / 5
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Irritancy (0-5) 1 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A synthetic, inorganic salt that acts as a strong antioxidant and preservative. It is specifically used to prevent the oxidation of highly unstable active ingredients, like pure Vitamin C or Hydroquinone.

๐Ÿ’– Why your skin loves it

Ensures volatile serums stay active and clear, rather than turning brown and useless.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Can cause contact dermatitis in individuals with a specific sulfite allergy.

โš–๏ธ Myth vs. Fact

The Myth

It is a harsh bleach.

The Science

It simply stops oxygen from destroying the active ingredients in the bottle.

๐Ÿงด Formulations featuring Sodium Metabisulfite