Ingredient
CHLOROUS ACID
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTICORROSIVE
Prevents corrosion of the packaging (eg due to rust)
ANTIMICROBIAL
Helps control the growth of micro-organisms (eg bacteria and fungi)
DEODORANT
Reduces or masks unpleasant body odours
ORAL CARE
Cleans, deodorises and / or protects the oral cavity or teeth
OXIDISING
Changes the chemical nature of another substance by adding oxygen or removing hydrogen
Origin
synthetic
Belongs to the following substance groups
Regulating cosmetics
Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.