HYDROGEN PEROXIDE is graded C** (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexIII-SAFETY-.
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
Safety grade: C**
Hydrogen peroxide is a clear liquid made of hydrogen and oxygen that's commonly used as a disinfectant and bleaching agent. It works by breaking down into water and oxygen, which helps kill bacteria and remove stains or discoloration.
This ingredient is used in cosmetics to prevent microbial growth and act as a gentle bleaching or oxidizing agent to brighten skin tone or lighten unwanted marks.
Graded using: COSING, FDA.
- EU COSING — Restricted
- Health Canada — Restricted
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to HYDROGEN PEROXIDE
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A. Natural antimicrobial and antioxidant; can preserve formulas and brighten skin.
- ROSMARINUS OFFICINALIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A. Botanical antimicrobial preservative alternative with skin conditioning benefits.
Other Antimicrobial ingredients
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- C12-15 ALKYL BENZOATE — Grade A
- BENZYL BENZOATE — Grade C
- CETRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- CHLORPHENESIN — Grade B
- CETYLPYRIDINIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- CHLORHEXIDINE DIGLUCONATE — Grade B