Chloroxylenol
Chloroxylenol is a preservative and antimicrobial ingredient. It’s in 5 products on Poliage, most often mascara and foundation. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
What it does
Contains Chloroxylenol: antimicrobial
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Chloroxylenol: deodorant
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Chloroxylenol: preservative
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 32666, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Chloroxylenol
MAC
Extended Play Gigablack Lash Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
Clinique
Lash Doubling Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
MAC
M·A·CStack Volumizing Mascara
Mascara · Lists silicones
AcM
NC35 Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15
Lists silicones, chemical UV filters
MAC
Studio Fix Fluid SPF 15 24HR Matte Foundation + Oil Control
Foundation · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, salicylic acid
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