Ingredient
HYDROXYPHENYL DIHYDROXYBENZAMIDE
Substance information
"Hydroxyphenyl" refers generally to the hydroxy-phenyl group as aromatic hydrocarbon residue. Amides are generally conversion products of carbonic acids (carboxylic acids, mostly fatty acids) or other acids with nitrogen compounds (ammonia or alkyl and alkanol amines, amino acids etc). Examples: "stearamides" are amides of the stearic acid, "cocamides" are amides of coconut fatty acids.
Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products
ANTIOXIDANT
Inhibits reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and deterioration of ingredients
SKIN PROTECTING
Protects the skin from external influences
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.