A synthetic antioxidant that protects oils from going rancid.
What it is
BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole) is a mixture of tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol isomers. It slows the oxidation of oils and fats in a formula. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant and fragrance ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in lipsticks, creams, makeup and other products rich in oils.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
In INCI, BHA means butylated hydroxyanisole, not beta hydroxy acid (such as salicylic acid).
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (47)
- Revolution Pro Miracle Night Cream · Revolution
- Puder Crème Puff · Max Factor
- 2000 Calorie Waterproof Volume Mascara · Max Factor
- Crème Puff Powder · Max Factor
- Glossy Lip Finish · ArtDeco
- Puder brązujący Compact Powder nr 13 Bronzing Face · Pierre René
- Pomadka w płynie z efektem glossy lips · Eveline Cosmetics
- Unreal™ High Shine Volumizing Lip Gloss · Hourglass
- SKIN SCRUB MANGO Peeling do ciała i stóp · Farmona
- WELLENSS&SPA Relaksująco-wygładzający peeling do ciała · Farmona
- Dr Irena Eris Volumeric Modelujący Koncentrat Na Szyję I Dekolt 75 ml · Dr Irena Eris
- Lirene Intensely nourishing hand and nail cream ROSE 75 ml · Lirene