antioxidant preservative

BHT

Evidenceformulation · Tier 4Irritation riskLowIn products845

The research

BHT is a antioxidant preservative backed by documented evidence (evidence tier 4 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 1 reporting a positive effect.

Read the research — 2 studies

Contact Dermatitis · 1990 · observational · n=1336

No positive patch-test reactions to BHT were seen among 1336 consecutive eczema patients. A search of the Danish Product Register identified 440 BHT-containing products (66% below 50 ppm). The authors concluded BHT can be regarded as a safe antioxidant at normally used concentrations.

Journal of Investigative Dermatology · 1986 · animal

In hairless mice fed 0.5% BHT for 2 weeks, UV transmission (280-320 nm) through isolated stratum corneum was about 65% lower than in controls. Tape-stripping the stratum corneum abolished BHT's inhibition of UVB-induced epidermal ornithine decarboxylase activity, indicating BHT photoprotects partly by reducing UV reaching target sites.

Products with BHT

In 845 products — most often moisturizers (277), serums (247), sunscreens (141), from $3.00 to $546.10. Set up a profile to rank these for your skin. Click any product to learn more.

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Pixi

Pixi

Glow Tonic Serum Exfoliating Radiance Serum

Serum

$24.0029.9ml · $0.80/ml

★★★★★4.9(3,542)

Ideal for

  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • StrongDryness
  • StrongUneven tone & radiance
  • StrongDark spots & hyperpigmentation

Not recommended for

Atopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasis

Glow Tonic Serum Exfoliating Radiance Serum is a retinoid treatment by Pixi. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Glycolic Acid, Polysorbate 20.

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Nip + Fab

Nip + Fab

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Concentrate Extreme 10% 30ml

Serum

$38.0430ml · $1.27/ml

★★★★★4.8(704)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantLoss of firmness

Not recommended for

MelasmaAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaPsoriasisRosaceaPerioral Dermatitis

NIP+FAB Retinol Fix Concentrate Extreme 10% 30ml is a retinoid treatment by Nip + Fab. Key ingredients include Polysorbate 20, Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.

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Particle for Men

Particle for Men

Particle Neck Cream For Men

Moisturizer

$59.0050ml · $1.18/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,550)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles
  • StrongUneven texture
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaSeborrheic DermatitisPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

Particle Neck Cream For Men is a retinoid treatment by Particle for Men. Key ingredients include Water, Propylene Glycol, Cetearyl Alcohol.

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Lancôme

Lancôme

Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml

Moisturizer

$92.4650ml · $1.85/ml

★★★★★4.8(718)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • StrongFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPsoriasisMelasmaPerioral Dermatitis

Lancôme Rénergie Multi-Lift Night Cream 50ml is a peptide serum by Lancôme. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Cetyl Alcohol.

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Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment

Serum – for Dryness, Dark spots & hyperpigmentation

$100.0065ml · $1.74/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,402)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantFine lines & wrinkles

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic Dermatitis

Estée Lauder Advanced Night Repair Overnight Treatment is a antioxidant serum by Estée Lauder. Key ingredients include Shea Butter, Cocoa Butter, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate.

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Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml

Serum

$29.97150ml · $0.20/ml

★★★★★4.8(1,666)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosacea

Wella Professionals Care Oil Reflections Luminous Reboost Mask 150ml is a antioxidant serum by Wella Professionals Care. Key ingredients include Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Panthenol.

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Eve Lom

Eve Lom

Eve Lom Cleanser 200ml

Cleanser

$127.00200ml · $0.64/ml

★★★★★4.8(908)

Not recommended for

Acne & breakoutsSeborrheic DermatitisRosacea

Eve Lom Cleanser 200ml is a water cleanser by Eve Lom. Key ingredients include Cetearyl Alcohol, Cocoa Butter, Eucalyptus Oil.

Product Ingredients (4)

Irritation risk: unlikely possible likely

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Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Since 1851

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes)

Moisturizer

$78.0028ml · $2.79/ml

★★★★★4.8(855)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentBlackheads
  • StrongDryness
  • StrongAcne & breakouts
  • RelevantOiliness & shine

Not recommended for

Seborrheic DermatitisAtopic Dermatitis / Eczema

Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream (Various Sizes) is a exfoliant by Kiehl's Since 1851. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Squalane, Stearyl Alcohol.

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CeraVe

CeraVe

CeraVe Micellar Cleansing Water with Niacinamide & Ceramides for All Skin Types 295ml

Cleanser

$17.15295ml · $0.06/ml

★★★★★4.7(610)

Ideal for

  • ExcellentDryness
  • RelevantRedness & sensitivity
  • RelevantDark spots & hyperpigmentation
  • RelevantUneven tone & radiance

CeraVe Micellar Cleansing Water with Niacinamide & Ceramides for All Skin Types 295ml is a oil cleanser by CeraVe. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Disodium EDTA, Niacinamide.

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NARS

NARS

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF30/PA+++ Finland

Moisturizer – for Dryness

$50.80

★★★★★4.7(2,404)

Ideal for

  • StrongDryness

Not recommended for

Redness & sensitivityAtopic Dermatitis / EczemaRosaceaPerioral DermatitisPsoriasisMelasma

NARS Pure Radiant Tinted Moisturiser SPF30/PA+++ Finland is a spf moisturiser by NARS. Key ingredients include Octinoxate, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol.

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Educational information, not medical advice. Study findings summarise the cited research and may not reflect every formulation.