HYDROXYBENZYL ALCOHOL
Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE
✨ Role: Hydroxybenzyl Alcohol is often used as a preservative in cosmetic products. It helps prevent the growth of microorganisms and prolongs the product's shelf life, ensuring that it remains safe to use on the skin.
Ingredient type: Water-soluble
⚕️ Safety: Yes, when used at regulated concentrations, it is generally considered safe for skin.
✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is of synthetic origin or can be derived from plant sources, so it is compatible with vegan products.
✨ Please note: Although generally well tolerated, excessive use or on very sensitive skin can cause irritation. It's therefore advisable to carry out a skin test beforehand if you have reactive skin.
Present in: Mainly found in moisturizers, lotions, cleansers and anti-aging products.
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