INCI name

STRONTIUM HYDROXIDE

Strontium hydroxide octahydrate

BufferingBasic data from CosIng

This entry shows data from the EU CosIng database. An editorial description has not been written and reviewed yet.

Functions

Buffering
Stabilising the pH of an aqueous medium in a narrow range even if an acid or base is added. Altering and/or maintaining a cosmetic product's pH at the desired level.

EU regulation

EU · Annex III, entry 63Strontium hydroxide
Product type
pH-adjuster for depilatories
Maximum concentration
3.5% (as strontium)
Conditions and warnings
Keep out of reach of children Avoid contact with the eyes
As of
3 November 2026 · (EC) 2009/1223
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