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For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Always consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Benzalkonium Chloride

1% line markerAI-analyzed

INCI: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE SOLUTION 0.02% W/W (EQUIVALENT TO 0.01% W/W BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE)

preservativeantimicrobial agentantistatic agent

What it does

A quaternary ammonium compound commonly used as a preservative, antimicrobial agent, and antistatic agent in various cosmetic and personal care products.

Skin Concerns

No specific concern data available

Safety & Science

Safety summary

Generally considered safe in low concentrations, but high concentrations can be irritating to skin and eyes.

1% line marker

This ingredient is commonly used as a marker to identify where ingredients drop below 1% concentration on the label.

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At a Glance

INCI Name: BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE SOLUTION 0.02% W/W (EQUIVALENT TO 0.01% W/W BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE)
Common Name: Benzalkonium Chloride
Functions: preservative, antimicrobial agent, antistatic agent
Products: 1 product

For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always patch test new products and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Benzalkonium Chloride — Skincare Ingredient Guide — Dermasift — Dermasift