Quick answer
Preservative used in cosmetics to prevent contamination, particularly in water-based formulas; Helps thwart unwanted odors changes within the formulation; Deemed safe in concentrations of 0.2% or lower; Clear, pale yellow liquid in raw material form; Also used in the medical field as a disinfectant
Chlorhexidine Digluconate
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D-Gluconic acid, compound with N,N’’-bis(4-chlorophenyl)-3,12-diimino-2,4,11,13-tetraazatetradecanediamidine (2:1)
Purpose
Preservative used in cosmetics to prevent contamination, particularly in water-based formulas.
Rating
GOOD
Category
Preservative
INCI Purpose
ANTIMICROBIAL, ORAL CARE, PRESERVATIVE
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Preservative used in cosmetics to prevent contamination, particularly in water-based formulas
Helps thwart unwanted odors changes within the formulation
Deemed safe in concentrations of 0.2% or lower
Clear, pale yellow liquid in raw material form
Also used in the medical field as a disinfectant
Article
Chlorhexidine digluconate is a preservative used in cosmetics to prevent contamination, particularly in water-based formulas. It also helps thwart unwanted odors changes within the formulation.
The Cosmetic Ingredient Review Expert Panel deemed chlorhexidine digluconate safe in concentrations of 0.2% or lower, which is within the typical usage levels suggested by cosmetic suppliers of this ingredient. It has weak activity against fungi and is not compatible in formulas that contain carbomers, gums, and soap ingredients.
Chlorhexidine digluconate is a clear, pale yellow liquid in raw material form.
Chlorhexidine digluconate is also used in the medical field as a disinfectant, particularly to sanitize pre-surgical sites of skin.
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