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Parabens are among the most commonly used preservatives in cosmetic products. Chemically, parabens are esters of p-hydroxybenzoic acid. The most common parabens used in cosmetic products are methylparaben, propylparaben, and butylparaben.Typically, more than one paraben is used in a product, and they are often used in combination with other types of preservatives to provide preservation against a broad range of microorganisms.DA has received a number of inquiries on the safety of parabens, which are commonly used as preservatives in cosmetics. Here are answers to questions consumers often ask about these ingredients.
Propylene glycol was originally developed as an anti-freeze. In antiperspirants and deodorants it is used as a humectant and to increase absorption. Propylene glycol has been shown it to be a skin irritant and to cause allergic reactions even in concentrations as low as 2%.1 In some deodorants, even ânaturalâ ones, propylene glycol is the first or second ingredient. Parabens.Parabens are used as preservatives in a wide range of cosmetic and food products. They have been shown to mimic estrogen and are suspected to be endocrine system disruptors.ropylene glycol has been shown it to be a skin irritant and to cause allergic reactions even in concentrations as low as 2%. 1 In some deodorants, even ânaturalâ ones, propylene glycol is the first or second ingredient. Parabens. Parabens are used as preservatives in a wide range of cosmetic and food products.