Hydrogen Peroxide – Oxidizing and Antimicrobial Cosmetic Ingredient
What Is Hydrogen Peroxide?
Hydrogen Peroxide is a clear, colorless liquid used in a variety of cosmetic and personal care products. It is particularly common in hair dyes, hair bleaches, conditioners, shampoos, and rinses, as well as in tooth-whitening products.
Cosmetic Applications
Hydrogen Peroxide is primarily used as an oxidizing and antimicrobial agent.
In oxidative hair colouring, it helps form the coloured compounds responsible for the final hair colour. In hair bleaching products, its oxidizing properties contribute to the lightening process.
In oral care products, Hydrogen Peroxide can be used to oxidize stains on the teeth, supporting their whitening.
As an antimicrobial ingredient, it can inhibit or destroy microorganisms.
Other Uses
Hydrogen Peroxide also has applications outside cosmetics. The original source notes its use as an antimicrobial, oxidizing, reducing, and bleaching agent in food products. It is also used in certain antiseptic preparations.
Ingredient Information
INCI Name: Hydrogen Peroxide
References
Dweck, Anthony. Handbook of Cosmetic Ingredients: - their use, safety and toxicology (Dweck Books 5).
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