Formaldehyde Releasers

Primary Function

Preservative

Safety Verdict

Avoid

Health Score

3/10

Eco Score

2/10

Also Known As

DMDM Hydantoin, Imidazolidinyl Urea, Quaternium-15

About Formaldehyde Releasers

Formaldehyde-releasing preservatives slowly emit formaldehyde to prevent microbial growth. Due to known health risks, their use is increasingly avoided.

Formulation Role & Skin Benefits

Formaldehyde Releasers is selected for formulations requiring ensuring product safety, microbiological stability, and shelf life, delivering protecting consumers from bacterial contamination during daily use.

Best suited for essential in all water-based cosmetic formulations. Typical formulation context: any cosmetic product containing water or botanical extracts.