Ingredients --
Methyl paraben
Chemical Formula:
Methyl paraben
Synonyms
Methyl 4-Hydroxybenzoate
Description
Colorless crystals or white powder.
Parabens are phytoestrogens found in plants such as blueberries.
Uses
Parabens are used as preservatives in food, cosmetics, sunscreens,
shampoos, and many other products.
Parabens kill molds and fungi, and are used synergistically with
bactericides to make broad spectrum antimicrobials.
Related compounds
Ethyl paraben
Propyl paraben
Butyl paraben