Hinokitiol
What Hinokitiol is & what it does
Hinokitiol is a naturally occurring tropolone compound originally isolated from hinoki cypress wood. In cosmetics it is commonly used as a preservative and a soothing agent, and it is valued for its ability to help keep formulas stable. It is typically included at very low concentrations. No concerns are listed for it in this catalog.
What is Hinokitiol?
Hinokitiol is a naturally occurring tropolone compound originally isolated from hinoki cypress wood. In cosmetics it is commonly used as a preservative and soothing agent.
What does Hinokitiol do in skincare?
It helps keep formulas stable and is valued as a gentle, naturally derived preservative-type ingredient. It is typically included at very low concentrations.
Is Hinokitiol safe?
It is generally considered safe at the low concentrations used in cosmetics and has no flagged concerns in this catalog.
Sunscreens with Hinokitiol
We rate 2 sunscreens that contain it:
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Melblok Pigmentation Control Day Cream | SPF 50+, Pa++++
82/100
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Riversol Spf 30 Lightweight Broad Spectrum Sunscreen
80/100