Sodium Benzoate
Sodium Benzoate is a preservative — preservative. It's found in 1023 products in our database, making it one of the most common ingredients.
What it does
Preservative
Who it's best for
A necessary ingredient that keeps products safe to use.
- Present in virtually all water-based skincare to prevent bacterial growth
- Generally safe at cosmetic concentrations for all skin types
- Without preservatives, products would spoil rapidly after opening
Works well with
- +Draws in moisture(humectant)
- +Softens and smooths(emollient)
- +Works on your skin(active)
1023 products
Keeps the product fresh
Best products with Sodium Benzoate
Serums
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See all eye care→Top products with Sodium Benzoate
The Littles 8.0
Pro C Serum Brightening Solution with 15% Vitamin C + Ferulic Acid
Renergie C.R.X. Triple Serum Retinol
Firming Bakuchi Anti-Aging Serum with Peptides and Retinol Alternative
barrier+ Triple Lipid Activating Serum With Plumping Peptides and Niacinamide
Reset to Balance Mode Kit - Routine Set for Oily Skin and Pore + Shine Control
Barrier Booster Vitamin C Milky Toner Essence with Niacinamide
Vitamin Enriched Smoothing Serum with Niacinamide + Vitamin C
TLC Sukari Babyfacial 25% AHA/ 2% BHA Exfoliating Mask
O₂ Niacinamide Multitasking Treatment Serum with Peptides and Hyaluronic Acid for Firming, Dark Spots, Pores and Hydration
Target+ Brighten + Firm 15% Vitamin C Serum
Super-C Retinol Brighten & Correct Vitamin C Serum
Mini Alpha Beta® Extra Strength Daily Peel Pads
Mini Must-Haves with 2% BHA Exfoliating Toner, Foaming Cleanser, & SPF 50
Instant Brightening Peptide Eye Cream For Firming & Dark Circles
Mini The BARRIER Bioactive Treatment Face Mask with PDRN
Elastic Skin Firming & Plumping Vegan Growth Factor Serum with Copper Peptides
Buffet
Dewtopia 25% AHA + PHA Flash Facial Exfoliating Face Mask
Ultra Repair Hydrating Pillow Pads with Colloidal Oatmeal and Ceramides
Frequently asked questions
What does Sodium Benzoate do in skincare?
Preservative
Is Sodium Benzoate safe for sensitive skin?
Sodium Benzoate is generally well-tolerated and has no specific concern flags in our database. As with any ingredient, patch-test if you have highly reactive skin.
What products contain Sodium Benzoate?
1023 products in our database contain Sodium Benzoate. The highest-rated is Drunk Elephant The Littles 8.0 scoring 9.8/9.8.
Can I use Sodium Benzoate every day?
Preservatives are present at safe concentrations in nearly all skincare products and are encountered daily as part of normal product use.
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