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Ammonium Hydroxide

Ammonium Hydroxide
⚗️ pH adjuster ↗

A highly alkaline ingredient used to raise and adjust the pH of cosmetic formulations. It helps ensure products remain within their intended pH range.

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Safety: Can be irritating in concentrated form.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
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✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
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Functions
⚗️ pH adjuster
Keeps the formula at the correct pH for skin safety and stability.
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