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Zinc Pyrithione
Preservative
Preservatives are used to prevent the growth of bacteria and mold in products. They are typically used in cosmetic products to help extend the shelf life of the product.
Explained
Zinc Pyrithione is a preservative. It inhibits the multiplying of fungal and bacterial cells.
You'll most likely find this ingredient in Malassezia treatments. In the US, this ingredient is most common in anti-dandruff shampoos. However, the European Union has prohibited the use of this ingredient starting in 2022.
See all 143 products with Zinc Pyrithione
Users who like it
96%
Users who avoid it
4%
What it does
Antiseborrhoeic
Preventing or relieving excessive secretion of sebum; preventing or relieving seborrheic dermatitis.
Preservative
Tending to preserve or capable of preserving.
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Cleansers
Haircare
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Top 25%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
0% to
2%
References
Products with Zinc Pyrithione
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
38974
INCI Name
ZINC PYRITHIONE
INN Name
pyrithione zinc
EC #
 236-671-3
All Functions
Antidandruff, Antiseborrhoeic, Hair Conditioning, Preservative
