Antioxidant
BHT
An antioxidant for the formula that helps oils, aromatic components, and sensitive ingredients oxidize more slowly.
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✓ Safe
Comedogenic Rating
0/5
Irritation Potential
0/5
What is it?
Butylated Hydroxytoluene, a synthetic antioxidant. Used to stabilize the oil phase, fragrances, emollients, and components prone to oxidation.
Found in creams, balms, SPF, decorative cosmetics, scented formulas, and products with oil components.
Key Benefits
Slows down oxidation
Helps oil components change smell, color, or properties more slowly.
Supports shelf life
Reduces the risk of rancidity and unwanted changes in the product.
Works in small doses
Usually effective in low concentrations as a technological stabilizer.
Suitable for
Main Actions
Not an antioxidant active for the skin
BHT in the composition should not be read as a caring antioxidant at the level of vitamin C or resveratrol. Its main job is to protect the product.
CategoryAntioxidants
Frequently Asked Questions
What does BHT do for skin?
Found in creams, balms, SPF, decorative cosmetics, scented formulas, and products with oil components.
Who should use BHT?
BHT is suitable for: oil formulas, SPF, balms, decorative cosmetics.
Are there any warnings about BHT?
BHT in the composition should not be read as a caring antioxidant at the level of vitamin C or resveratrol. Its main job is to protect the product.
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