Blogs Posts on "Cosmetic Chemicals"

Benzalkonium chloride by A Compound a Day on Mar 27, 2009In a nutshell: biocide, cationic surfactant and phase transfer agent What’s so interesting about it? One of the safest biocides known to man, benzalkonium chloride is most often seen in your everyday wet wipes and hygienic towelette...

Talc by A Compound a Day on Nov 10, 2008In a nutshell: the source of your talcum powder, baby powder, cosmetic powder, you name itChemical Formula: Mg3Si4O10(OH)2Uses: used as a cosmetic, lubricant, filler, chalk, and food additive, among other thingsWhat’s so interesting about it? Despi...

Menthol by A Compound a Day on Nov 10, 2008In a nutshell: The freshmaker! Chemical Formula: C10H20OIUPAC name: (1R,2S,5R)-2-isopropyl-5-methylcyclohexanolAppearance: white or colorless crystalline solidUses: anesthetic and counterirritant, flavoring agent, etc.What’s so interesting about it...

Methylparaben by A Compound a Day on Oct 29, 2008In a nutshell: keeps your food, drugs, and cosmetics fresh!Chemical Formula: C8H8O3What’s so interesting about it? Take a peek into the ingredients list of your favorite lotion. Chances are, methylparaben is on the list. This antifungal, bacteriost...

Oxybenzone by A Compound a Day on Oct 29, 2008In a nutshell: absorbs UV-A ultraviolet rays and keeps your skin protected (or not)Chemical Formula: C14H12O3 What’s so interesting about it? And you thought you were actually protecting yourself by wearing sunscreen. No, you really aren't. In fact

Propylene glycol by A Compound a Day on Oct 28, 2008In a nutshell: keeps your deodorant from totally drying out Chemical Formula: C3H8O2 IUPAC name: propane-1,2-diol Appearance: clear, colorless, viscous liquid Uses: moisturizer, lubricant, emulsifier, solvent, humectant, food additive, antifree...