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Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile

Worst

Preservative

No known benefits

Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile at a glance

  • Has preservative properties that helps keep products free of microorganisms
  • Demonstrates a track record of skin sensitization
  • Can cause irritation, dryness and flaking
  • European Union banned usage in cosmetics several years ago

Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile description

Formaldehyde-releasing preservative that can also be quite sensitising when used in leave-on products.

Related ingredients: Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservative

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Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile references

  • Life, May 2022, pages 1–12
  • Contact Dermatitis, November 2021, pages 572-577
  • Dermatitis, December 2018, pages 310-315
  • International Journal of Toxicology, Sep/Oct 2017, pages 39S-41S

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

unknown

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Not rated

We have not yet rated this ingredient because we have not had a chance to review the research on it.