GLYOXAL

Ingredient type:  OTHER

✨ Role: Glyoxal is used in cosmetic products primarily as a cross-linking agent and preservative. It helps stabilize certain cosmetic formulations by linking polymer chains, thereby improving the texture and durability of the product.

Ingredient type: Other

‍⚕️ Safety: The use of glyoxal in cosmetics is generally controversial due to its potential to cause irritation, and it may be a skin sensitizer.

✨ Vegan: Yes, glyoxal is a synthetic chemical compound and does not contain any animal derivatives.

✨ Note: Glyoxal can be irritating to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract. It is mainly used in non-cosmetic industries, and its use is restricted by certain strict cosmetic regulations due to its sensitizing properties.

Found in: Glyoxal is rarely found in consumer cosmetics, but it may be present in certain professional or specialized skincare products that require a cross-linking effect.

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