High Concern

Bha

Flagged by EWG Skin Deep + IARC as a potential carcinogen, endocrine disruption concern

What it is

Butylated hydroxyanisole, a synthetic antioxidant used to preserve fats in food and cosmetics. Listed as a possible carcinogen by IARC.

Found in 10 products on this site

Sorted worst score first. Lower score = more concerning overall formulation.

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