Butylated Hydroxyanisole

AKA “BHA, 6-di-tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol, butylated methoxyphenol”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Butylated hydroxyanisole

AKA: BHA, 6-di-tert-butyl-4-methoxyphenol, Butylated methoxyphenol

Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 4

Synthetic

Antioxidant

Preservative

Anti-Aging

Barrier Support

Synthetic

Not Clean

Helps preserve product freshness and effectiveness by protecting against oxidation, keeping formulas stable over time.

Formula

C11H16O2

Mol. Weight

180.24

CAS #

25013-16-5

Form

Powder

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Functions

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Preservative

Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.

Anti-Aging

Targets fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of firmness. Works by boosting collagen, speeding cell turnover, or both.

Skin Protecting

Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.

Locks In Moisture

Fights Bacteria

Traditional Use

Synthetic antioxidant developed in the early 20th century for cosmetic preservation. Designed to prevent oxidation and rancidity in cosmetic formulations containing oils and fats.