Pyridoxine Hcl
Pyridoxine HCl is the hydrochloride salt form of Pyridoxine, commonly known as Vitamin B6. Its CAS number is 58-56-0 / 12001-77-3 and its IUPAC name is 3,4-Pyridinedimethanol, 5-Hydroxy-6-Methyl-, Hydrochloride. According to CosIng, its official functions are antistatic, hair conditioning, and skin conditioning. It appears across a wide range of cosmetic product types including serums, toners, shampoos, and acne treatments.
Pyridoxine HCl is used in cosmetics primarily for its skin and hair conditioning properties. It is frequently found in anti-blemish, brightening, and hair-growth formulations, suggesting a role in sebum regulation and scalp/hair health. Its benefits in topical cosmetic applications are supported by its inclusion in CosIng-regulated functions, though clinical evidence for topical efficacy is limited compared to its well-established oral nutritional role.
