Beauté by Roquette® GA 080 is a highly versatile, biodegradable sequestering agent. It functions by forming stable complexes with a wide range of metallic cations, effectively “locking” them away so they cannot catalyze degradation reactions in cosmetic products. Unlike traditional synthetic chelators like EDTA, it is derived from renewable resources and offers an excellent environmental profile without sacrificing technical performance.
Key Benefit: A direct EDTA replacement that provides equivalent chelating performance at low concentrations while preventing the common “orange-red” discoloration found in sun care products.
Performance & Stabilization Benefits
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Broad-Spectrum Sequestering: Effectively complexes numerous metallic ions, including , , , , , , and .
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Oxidation Prevention: By sequestering transition metals like Iron and Copper, it prevents the catalytic oxidation of oils and active ingredients.
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Rancidity Control: Stops the breakdown of fatty acids, extending the shelf-life and odor-stability of emulsions containing natural oils.
- Improved foam resistance. It maintains the integrity of the surfactant’s micellar structure giving a more resilient foam over time
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Sun Care Stabilization: Specifically prevents the problematic orange-red discoloration that occurs when Avobenzone (Butyl Methoxydibenzoylmethane) interacts with trace metal ions.
