Characteristics
- INCI
- Chlorhexidine Digluconate
- CAS
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18472-51-0
This is the substance number in the Chemical Abstracts Service registry. The CAS number uniquely identifies a substance regardless of language, trade name, or synonyms.
- EC
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242-354-0
This is the substance number in the European chemical identification system (EC number), used in European regulatory databases including ECHA/CosIng.
- IUPAC
- D-Gluconic Acid, Compound With N,N''-Bis(4-Chlorophenyl)-3,12-Diimino-2,4,11,13-Tetraazatetradecanediamidine (2:1)
- Functions
- antimicrobial, oral care, preservative
- EU Restr.
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V/42
EU regulatory status: restricted use. The ingredient is permitted in EU cosmetics but its use and labelling are regulated.
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Для кого подходит
Description
Chlorhexidine Digluconate is a water-soluble antiseptic ingredient used in some skincare, haircare, and personal care products to help reduce the amount of bacteria on the skin or scalp. In cosmetics, it’s mainly valued for its preservative-like antimicrobial support rather than for moisturizing or anti-aging benefits. You’ll most often see it in cleansers, wipes, scalp products, and formulas made for areas that need extra hygiene support.
For skin and hair, it can help keep products fresher and may be useful in formulas aimed at oily, blemish-prone, or sweat-prone skin, as well as scalp care products where controlling microbial growth matters. People who like very “clean-feeling” or clarifying products may appreciate it. That said, it’s not a universal ingredient: some people find it irritating, especially with frequent use or on sensitive, compromised, or very dry skin.
Caveat: chlorhexidine digluconate is best thought of as a functional support ingredient, not a treatment for skin concerns. If a product stings, causes redness, or feels too drying, it may not be the right fit for you.
Found in products (854 total)
Наиболее часто встречается в продукции L'Oreal (82 продуктов)
