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Chlorphenesin
Chlorphenesin
A preservative used at low levels, often alongside phenoxyethanol, to keep products free of bacteria and fungi.
What it does
Chlorphenesin is a preservative with activity against bacteria and fungi, frequently paired with phenoxyethanol to broaden a product's protection. It is used in small, regulated amounts to keep formulas safe over their shelf life. Its job is preservation, not a skin effect.
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