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Methylparaben

对羟基苯甲酸甲酯

Also known as: Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate

What it does

  • Prevents bacterial growth
  • Extends product shelf life

Evidence

Strong evidence

CIR and EU SCCS confirm safe at permitted levels (0.4% individual, 0.8% total parabens).

Skin types

Well suited for: All

Generally well-tolerated.

Irritation potential
Low
Comedogenic rating
0 / 5
Pregnancy
Generally considered safe during pregnancy

Considered safe at cosmetic concentrations.

Good to know

Most studied preservative. Controversial but supported as safe by regulatory bodies.

References

Compound data from PubChem (U.S. National Library of Medicine).

Related ingredients

Phenoxyethanol Propylparaben Methylisothiazolinone Sodium Benzoate Potassium Sorbate Ethylhexylglycerin

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