Ingredient
Phenoxyethanol
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What it does
A widely-used preservative that prevents bacterial and fungal growth in water-based products.
Purpose: preservative
Community Experience
Of 43 people who reviewed products containing Phenoxyethanol:
83%
No reaction
36 reports
Minor
3 reports
Moderate
2 reports
Severe
2 reports
Common reactions reported
breathing_difficulty · 1
nausea · 1
skin_irritation · 1
dizziness · 1
headache · 1
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Common aliases
- •henoxyethanol
- •Optiphen: Phenoxyethanol (and) Caprylyl Glycol (Optiphen is a trade name; its INCI chemical designation is a blend of phenoxyethanol and caprylyl glycol)
- •penoxyethanol
- •Phenooxyethanol
- •Phenoxyetanol
- •Phenoxyethanl
- + 1 more
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Products containing Phenoxyethanol
503 products
ECZEMA HONEY
ECZEMA HONEY Original Skin-Soothing Cream for Dry Itchy Skin (4 Oz)
Olay
Olay Gentle Cleansing Balm Makeup Remover, Fragrance Free, 3.4 fl oz, Hydrating Face Cleanser Removes Makeup, Sunscreen and Oil
Cocokind
Cocokind Retinol Body Cream, 8 Fl Oz
As I Am
AS I AM RICE WATER CONDITIONER 8oz
Neutrogena
Neutrogena Hydro Boost Under Eye Cream, Fragrance Free, 0.5 oz
Paul Mitchell
Paul Mitchell Clear Jelly Mask, Fragrance Free Hair Mask, For Sensitive Scalp + Skin, 8 oz