Glyoxal
Glyoxal is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antimicrobial agent. It is used in 25 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex, with a maximum permitted concentration).
| INCI name | Glyoxal |
| Function (observed) | Antimicrobial |
| CAS number | 107-22-2 |
| EC number | 203-474-9 |
| Prevalence | 25 products (0.03% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex III) |
| Max concentration (EU) | 100 mg/kg |
| Monthly searches | 1,000 |
Used in
Serums 32%Shampoos 24%Sheet Masks 12%Face Cleansers 8%Body Treatments 4%Conditioners 4%
Frequently asked
- What does Glyoxal do in skincare?
- Glyoxal functions as an antimicrobial agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Glyoxal allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with a maximum permitted concentration (100 mg/kg).
- What products contain Glyoxal?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (32% of its uses).
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