P-Hydroxyanisole
P-Hydroxyanisole is a cosmetic ingredient used as an antioxidant, reducing agent. It is used in 3 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | P-HYDROXYANISOLE |
| Function | ANTIOXIDANT, REDUCING |
| CAS number | 150-76-5 |
| EC number | 205-769-8 |
| Prevalence | 3 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Nail |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Nail Care 66.7%Body Treatments 33.3%
Frequently asked
- What does P-Hydroxyanisole do in skincare?
- P-Hydroxyanisole functions as an antioxidant, reducing agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is P-Hydroxyanisole allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain P-Hydroxyanisole?
- It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (66.7% of its uses).
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