THIOXANTHINE

Ingredient type: HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Thioxanthin is mainly used in cosmetics as a stabilizing and antioxidant agent. It helps protect formulations against oxidation, extending product shelf life and preserving the efficacy of other active ingredients.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Yes, this ingredient is generally considered safe for use in cosmetic products. However, it's always a good idea to do a tolerance test on a small area of skin.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and compatible with a vegan lifestyle.

✨ Worth knowing: Although generally well tolerated, it's always important to check your skin's reaction, especially if it's sensitive. Thioxanthin helps prevent degradation of products exposed to light or air.

Present in: Moisturizers, serums, lotions and suncare products, especially those requiring increased stabilization to protect their active ingredients.