Ingredient
Hydroxyacetophenone
4-Hydroxyacetophenone
p-HAP
What it is
A phenolic compound used in modern cosmetic formulas mainly as a preservative-booster and antioxidant, sometimes marketed for a soothing effect.
How it works
Enhances the efficacy of primary preservative systems and scavenges free radicals, while its COX-2-inhibiting activity is cited as the basis for a mild calming effect on skin.
What it does
Preservative
Antioxidant
Soothing
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.
Found in these products
Beauty of Joseon
Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Essence Water
Generally well tolerated
Anua
Rice 70 Glow Milky Toner
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Mugwort Calming Sheet Mask
Worth knowing
Round Lab
1025 Dokdo Eye Cream
Generally well tolerated
Round Lab
Baby Mild Lotion
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Pine Calming Cica Toner
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Pine Calming Cica Ampoule
Worth knowing
Round Lab
1025 Dokdo Mud Pack
Worth knowing
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Poremizing Fresh Ampoule
Generally well tolerated
Round Lab
Mugwort Calming Cream
Worth knowing
Round Lab
1025 Dokdo Sleeping Pack
Generally well tolerated
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Poremizing Clear Toner
Worth knowing
SKIN1004
Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica Purifying Toner
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Soybean Panthenol Mask
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Soybean Nourishing Sheet Mask
Generally well tolerated
Round Lab
Soybean Panthenol Toner
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Soybean Panthenol Ampoule
Generally well tolerated
Round Lab
Soybean Panthenol Cream
Worth knowing
Round Lab
Soybean Nourishing Cream
Worth knowing