Di-T-Butylhydroquinone

Di-T-Butylhydroquinone is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antioxidant agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameDI-T-BUTYLHYDROQUINONE
FunctionANTIOXIDANT
CAS number88-58-4
EC number201-841-8
Prevalence2 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inBody
EU statusRestricted (annex )

Used in

Body Oils 50%Emulsions 50%

Frequently asked

What does Di-T-Butylhydroquinone do in skincare?
Di-T-Butylhydroquinone functions as an antioxidant agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Di-T-Butylhydroquinone allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Di-T-Butylhydroquinone?
It is most commonly found in Body products, especially body oils (50% of its uses).

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