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Bronidox

INCI name: 5-Bromo-5-Nitro-1,3-Dioxane.

Function: Conservator.

Origin: Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Up to 0.1% in rinse-off finished cosmetic products.

Where to find it / them? : Shower gels, conditioners, shampoos, body exfoliants, hair masks.

Risks to health: Potential allergen, potential skin irritant, suspected carcinogen (formaldehyde releaser).

Risks to the environment : /

Alternative :

More information : Prohibited in leave-on products. May be used alone or in combination with methylisothiazolinone.