Bht
Bht is an antioxidant and masking ingredient. It’s in 612 products on Poliage, most often deodorant, lip and conditioner. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
Butylated hydroxytoluene. A synthetic antioxidant that slows oil spoilage.
What it does
Contains Bht: antioxidant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Bht: masking
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32185, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as butylated hydroxytoluene and butylhydroxytoluenum.
Products that contain Bht
Palmolive
Stick à raser/Shave Stick Classic (with Palm Extract)
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, coconut derivatives
Neutrogena
Stick labial
Lists fragrance, sulfates, chemical UV filters
Kristin Ess
Strengthening Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones, coconut derivatives
MAC
Strobe Dewy Skin Tint Moisturizer
Foundation · Lists silicones
MAC
Studio Fix Every-Wear All-Over Face Pen
Concealer · Lists silicones
MAC
Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation + Oil Control
Foundation · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
MAC
Studio Radiance Serum-Powered Foundation
Foundation · Lists silicones
Algenist
Sublime Defense Ultra Lightweight UV Defense Fluid SPF 50
Sunscreen · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters
R+Co
SUNSET BLVD Blonde Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, exfoliating acid, silicones, chemical UV filters, salicylic acid
R+Co
SUNSET BLVD Blonde Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones, chemical UV filters, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Revlon
Super Lustrous Glass Shine Balm
Lip · Lists fragrance, silicones
swedish fish flavored lip balm
Lists fragrance
sweet cinnamon pumpkin shower gel
Lists fragrance allergens, chemical UV filters
Gillette
Swirl
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Nivea
Tägliches Wasch-Peeling
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
SHEGLAM
Take A Hint Lip Tint-Memories
Lip · Lists fragrance, silicones
Clinique
Take The Day Off Cleansing Oil
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Adidas
Team Five Body Hair Face 3 Menthol Energising
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Dove
Teens Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick Mango Sunshine
Deodorant · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones
L’Oréal Paris
Telescopic Original Lengthening Mascara
Mascara · Lists parabens, silicones
R+Co
TELEVISION Perfect Hair Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, chemical UV filters
R+Co
TELEVISION Perfect Hair Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, silicones, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Maybelline
The Colossal Curl Bounce Waterproof Mascara Makeup
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol
Maybelline
The Colossal Up To 36 Hour Waterproof Mascara
Mascara · Lists drying alcohol, silicones
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