Isothiazolinones

Isothiazolinones are preservatives and a known contact allergen family.

Best forPreservation
IncludesMethylisothiazolinone, Methylchloroisothiazolinone
Use carefully ifContact dermatitis or sensitized skin

This group is most useful as an exclusion. If your skin is reactive, filter it out first, then compare formulas again.

Compare with

Formaldehyde-releasing preservativesDifferent mechanism, also sensitizing

Names to look for on labels

methylisothiazolinonemethylchloroisothiazolinonebenzisothiazolinoneoctylisothiazolinone

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