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 nameKETOGLUTARIC ACID
FunctionDEODORANT
CAS number328-50-7
EC number206-330-3
Prevalence10 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches50

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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