What Is It?

In cosmetics and personal-care products, Hexamidine and Hexamidine Diisethionate function as a preservatives and are used in the formulation of hair, nail, and skin-care products, as well as eye makeup and baby products.

Why is it used in cosmetics and personal care products?

Hexamidine Diisethionate helps cleanse the skin or prevent odor by destroying or inhibiting the growth of microorganisms.

Scientific Facts:

Hexamidine Diisethionate is an organic salt of Hexamidine. Hexamidine is soluble in water and insoluble in organic solvents. These ingredients function as preservatives, which help cleanse the skin or prevent odor by inhibiting the growth of or destroying microorganisms, such as bacteria, fungi and yeast.