Ammonium Hydroxide

Primary Function

pH Adjuster

Health Score

5/10

Eco Score

4/10

Also Known As

ammonia solution

About Ammonium Hydroxide

A pH adjuster used in cosmetics and hair color formulations. Helps achieve the desired alkalinity for product performance.

Formulation Role & Skin Benefits

Ammonium Hydroxide is selected for formulations requiring ensuring formula matches the skin's natural acidic mantle (pH 4.5-5.5), delivering optimizing active ingredient efficacy while minimizing skin irritation.

Best suited for all skin types, crucial for maintaining a healthy acid mantle. Typical formulation context: all skincare formulations, especially AHA/BHA exfoliants and vitamin C.