Helps keep skin clean and fresh by fighting bacteria while providing a gentle tightening effect.
Formula
C4H9AlN4O5
Mol. Weight
220.12
CAS #
5579-81-7
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Controls excess oil
Fights acne
Causing bacteria
Minimizes pores
Traditional Use
A synthetic antimicrobial compound developed in the 20th century as a preservative. Used in cosmetics to prevent bacterial and fungal contamination in formulations.