Hexamidine
- Preservative
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About Hexamidine
Hexamidine is an individual ingredient used in cosmetics.[1] The properties and sensory feel of finished products containing Hexamidine may vary depending on the concentration, the ingredients used with it, the formula’s acidity, and manufacturing conditions. In cosmetics, it is used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms in products and slow deterioration during storage.[3] In Europe, when used as a preservative, it is permitted at concentrations of up to 0.1%.[2]
Hexamidine Details
- Ingredient function
- Preservative
- Main product categories
- Blemish Lotion, Body Scrub, Cleansing Gel
- INCI name
- HEXAMIDINE
- CosIng ID
- 34259
Hexamidine References
- 대한화장품협회 화장품성분사전 · 성분코드 13958
- European Union · Annex V entry 47
- European Commission — CosIng · substanceId 34259
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