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Tetrasodium EDTA

Low Concern

Quick verdict

Use with caution

Tetrasodium EDTA skin safety dashboard

Tetrasodium EDTA scores 76/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

1/5

Low clogging risk signal in current analyses.

Fungal acne concern

Lower

No major fungal-acne warning is flagged by current data.

Pregnancy concern

Lower

No elevated pregnancy-specific concern is flagged here.

Skin types to avoid

None flagged

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Tetrasodium EDTA and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Tetrasodium EDTA. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Tetrasodium EDTA clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 1/5

Tetrasodium EDTA has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Tetrasodium EDTA?

Low Concern

Tetrasodium EDTA currently scores 76/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Tetrasodium EDTA safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Tetrasodium EDTA a safety score of 76/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Tetrasodium EDTA?

No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Tetrasodium EDTA, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: MediumLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
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Found in 2 Products

No7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Day Cream 50 ML - contains Tetrasodium EDTA
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No7 Radiance+ Vitamin C Glow Day Cream 50 ML

low

A chelating agent that helps improve product stability and efficacy by binding to metal ions, with some environmental concerns.

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Beginnings by hask

low

A synthetic chelating agent that is poorly biodegradable and poses significant environmental concerns.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Tetrasodium EDTA and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Tetrasodium EDTA. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, Tetrasodium EDTA appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Tetrasodium EDTA clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Tetrasodium EDTA has an estimated comedogenic risk of 1/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Tetrasodium EDTA?
Tetrasodium EDTA currently scores 76/100, which places it in a lower-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Tetrasodium EDTA safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Tetrasodium EDTA a safety score of 76/100 with a low concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Tetrasodium EDTA?
No specific skin type is automatically excluded for Tetrasodium EDTA, but a patch test is still useful for reactive skin. This is informational, not medical advice.