Hexamidine Paraben
- Paraben
- Preservative
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About Hexamidine Paraben
Hexamidine Paraben is the hexamidine salt of 4-hydroxybenzoic acid.[1] In cosmetics, it is used to inhibit the growth of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi in products, helping delay deterioration during storage after manufacture.[3] In Europe, when used as a preservative, it is permitted at concentrations up to 0.1%.[2]
Hexamidine Paraben Details
- Ingredient function
- Preservative
- INCI name
- HEXAMIDINE PARABEN
- CosIng ID
- 34261
Hexamidine Paraben References
- 대한화장품협회 화장품성분사전 · 성분코드 13960
- European Union · Annex V entry 47
- European Commission — CosIng · substanceId 34261
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