Ketoglutaric Acid
Ketoglutaric Acid is a cosmetic ingredient used as a deodorant agent. It is used in 10 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | KETOGLUTARIC ACID |
| Function | DEODORANT |
| CAS number | 328-50-7 |
| EC number | 206-330-3 |
| Prevalence | 10 products (0.01% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 50 |
Used in
Serums 40%Essences 20%General Moisturizers 20%Lash & Brow Serums 10%Lip Moisturizers 10%
Frequently asked
- What does Ketoglutaric Acid do in skincare?
- Ketoglutaric Acid functions as a deodorant agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Ketoglutaric Acid allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Ketoglutaric Acid?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (40% of its uses).
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