INCI · antioxidant · CIR review pending · used in 3 products
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate
Pentaerythrityl Tetra-Di-T-Butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate (also known as Tinogard TT) is a synthetic antioxidant molecule used in cosmetic formulations at concentrations of less than 0.8%. It functions primarily to protect product formulas from oxidative degradation, including discoloration. It is considered a modern alternative to BHT, a more commonly criticized synthetic antioxidant and stabilizer.
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antioxidant● Benefits
Helps extend the shelf life of cosmetic products by preventing oxidative degradation and discoloration. It is used as a stabilizer in small amounts to maintain product integrity over time.
antioxidantpreservativestabilizing
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