Tetrasodium Edta
Tetrasodium Edta is a chelating ingredient. It’s in 603 products on Poliage, most often shampoo, body wash and mascara. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
A chelating agent. Binds metal ions that would discolor or spoil a formula.
What it does
Contains Tetrasodium Edta: chelating
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 38569, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as edetate sodium, tetrasodium ethylenediaminetetraacetate and edta tetrasodium.
Products that contain Tetrasodium Edta
Suave
Ceramide Infusion Age Brilliance Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
CeraVe
CeraVe Eye Repair Cream
Lists silicones
CeraVe
CeraVe Foaming Facial Cleanser
Lists parabens, coconut derivatives
CeraVe
CeraVe Schuimende Reinigingsgel
Lists coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Chamomile Shine Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Pantene
Champoings
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Deliplus
Champú Cabellos Blancos y Platinos
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Champú frambuesa dorada y menta
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Champú purificante fresa blanca y menta dulce
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Pantene
Champú Purificante Nutri Pro-V
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Pantène
Cheveux fins Force & Brillance
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Cien
Cien cream soap Milk&Honey
Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid
Cien
Cien Pure Cleansing Mask with zinc and white clay
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, coconut derivatives
Clinique
Clarifying Lotion 1.0
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Moroccanoil
Clarifying Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Kristin Ess
Clarifying Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Sachajuan
CLARIFYING SHAMPOO
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, essential oils, coconut derivatives
Herbal Essences
Clarifying Tea Tree Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, essential oils, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Classic Clean
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Classic Clean Anti-dandruff Shampoo
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Dove
Clean Comfort Body and Face Wash
Body wash · Lists fragrance, sulfates, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Almay
Clear Complexion Concealer
Concealer · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Almay
Clear Complexion Foundation
Foundation · Lists exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
Secret
Clear Solid Deodorant Clear Solid Clear Ocean
Deodorant · Lists fragrance
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