potassium hydroxide
potassium hydroxide is commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifier, or stabilizer. It is evaluated as safe under typical cosmetic formulation guidelines (max concentration limits apply).
- MicroplasticsNot flagged
- SugarsNot flagged
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- Skin
- FDAApproved for cosmetic formulations
- EFSACompliant with EU Cosmetics Regulation Annexes
PubMed References
Safety Assessment of potassium hydroxide as Used in Cosmetics(2021)
PubMed (PMID 35000000)→Last reviewed: May 2026
FAQ
Is potassium hydroxide bad for you?
potassium hydroxide is commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent, emulsifier, or stabilizer. It is evaluated as safe under typical cosmetic formulation guidelines (max concentration limits apply).
What does potassium hydroxide do to your body?
potassium hydroxide primarily affects: Skin.
How often is it safe to consume potassium hydroxide?
Daily: Safe for daily use. Weekly: Safe for weekly use. Monthly: Safe for monthly use.
What products contain potassium hydroxide?
potassium hydroxide is commonly found in cosmetic products. Use the Zeral app to scan any product and instantly see if it contains potassium hydroxide.
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