2,4-XYLENOL

Ingredient type: FAT-SOLUBLE/EMOLLIENT

✨ Role: 2,4-Xylenol is primarily used for its antimicrobial properties. It helps protect cosmetic formulas against microbial contamination, extending product shelf life while ensuring safety for the skin.

Ingredient type: Fat-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: this ingredient is generally safe in the concentrations permitted in cosmetics, but can be irritating to sensitive skin if used at excessively high levels.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: Although 2,4-Xylenol is effective against many bacteria and fungi, its concentration must be well-managed to avoid possible irritation. It is essential to use this ingredient in a final product where pH and concentration have been optimized.

Present in: Frequently used in antiseptics, disinfectants and certain skin care products requiring a long shelf life.