Ingredient
CHLOROPHENE
Name / description
Chlorophene; 4-Chloro-2-(phenylmethyl)phenol
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTIMICROBIAL
Helps control the growth of micro-organisms (eg bacteria and fungi)
PRESERVATIVE
Protects cosmetic products from microbial spoilage
Occurrence in cosmetics
Chlorophene is no longer used in cosmetic products.