An antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient that supports preservation.
What it is
Hydroxyacetophenone (4-hydroxyacetophenone) is a synthetic compound used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent. It is not listed as a preservative in Annex V, but it boosts the effectiveness of preservation systems and is common in formulas marketed without traditional preservatives.
Where it is used
Found in serums, moisturisers, cleansers and baby products.
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.
Products marketed as preservative-free may rely on ingredients like this one to keep the formula stable.
Functions
- Antioxidant
- Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.
Products with this ingredient (1432)
- Football Season 3-in-1 Hair, Face & Body Wash · Bath & Body Works
- Skin Illusion All-In-One Concealer · Clarins
- Vaseline Pro Derma Ultra Moisturizing Body cream · Unilever
- Hydrogel Augenpads · ISANA
- Vitamin C Brightening / Moisturizing Body Lotion · Skin by Zaron
- Vitamin E Barrier Boost Cream · The Body Shop
- Revolution Pro Cream Face Wand Trio · Revolution
- Relove Super Concealer Radiant Matte · Revolution
- Relove Glow Up Liquid Highlighter · Revolution
- Revolution Superdewy Liquid Highlighter · Revolution
- Revolution Beauty Rapid Tan Accelerator SPF 20 · Revolution
- I Heart Revolution Grapefruit Vit Fix 2in1 Brow Serum and Gel · Revolution

