Sodium Glycerophosphate
What Sodium Glycerophosphate is & what it does
Sodium Glycerophosphate is the sodium salt of glycerophosphoric acid, a water-soluble phosphate compound. In cosmetic and sunscreen formulas it can act as a buffering agent and chelating helper, supporting pH stability and the overall formula structure. It is generally used in small amounts as a supporting ingredient rather than a primary active.
What does Sodium Glycerophosphate do in skincare?
Sodium Glycerophosphate is a water-soluble phosphate salt that acts as a buffering and supporting ingredient in cosmetic formulas. It can help stabilize pH and assist with chelating, which supports overall formula stability. It is generally used in small amounts rather than as a primary active.
Is Sodium Glycerophosphate safe?
Sodium Glycerophosphate is widely used in cosmetics as a buffering and supporting ingredient and is generally considered well tolerated at the low levels used in skincare. As with any ingredient, individual sensitivities can occur, so anyone with reactive skin may want to patch test first.
Is Sodium Glycerophosphate natural or synthetic?
Sodium Glycerophosphate is typically produced synthetically as the sodium salt of glycerophosphoric acid. The glycerol portion can be sourced from plant or other origins, but the final cosmetic-grade ingredient is a processed, manufactured compound.
Sunscreens with Sodium Glycerophosphate
We rate 7 sunscreens that contain it:
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Cetaphil Sun Face Fluid SPF 50+ Tinted
88/100
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Daylong Face Sensitive SPF 50 BB Tinted Fluid
88/100
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Elizabeth Arden Environmental Defence Cream Mineral SPF 25
79/100
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Liz Earle Environmental Defence Cream Mineral SPF 25
79/100
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Dr. Jart+ Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment SPF 30
77/100
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair Re-Cover Spf 40
49/100
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Dr. Jart+ Cicapair ™ Tiger Grass Color Correcting Treatment Spf 30
49/100