Methylisothiazolinone
Methylisothiazolinone is a preservative ingredient. It’s in 375 products on Poliage, most often conditioner, shampoo and body wash. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 22, 2026
In plain English
A synthetic preservative used in small amounts in water-based products.
What it does
Contains Methylisothiazolinone: preservative
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 35341, accessed October 22, 2026. Also listed as mit and kathon cg.
Products that contain Methylisothiazolinone
Herbal Essences
Hello Hydration Deeply Moisturizing Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
hemp body lotion
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Tresemmé
Hidratación intensa acondicionador
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Perricone MD
High Potency Classics Nutritive Cleanser
Lists fragrance, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
HIMALAYA
HIMALAYA NEEM.FACE WASH 50ML
None of Poliage’s flag groups listed
Suave
Hyaluronic Infusion Moisturizing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
L’Oréal Paris
Hydra Energetic Extreme Cleanser Infused With Charcoal
Cleanser · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
L’Oréal
Hydra Energetic Gel purifiant charbon magnétique
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Suave
Hydra Gloss Sulfate Free Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones
Herbal Essences
ignite my colour
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Head & Shoulders
Instant Oil Control
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Olay
Intensely Hydrating Body Wash with Hyaluronic Serum Complex
Body wash · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Olay
Intensely Hydrating Body Wash with Hyaluronic Serum Complex, Court Queen Citrus Scent
Body wash · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Olay
Intensely Hydrating Body Wash with Hyaluronic Serum Complex, Victory Vibes Vanilla Scent
Body wash · Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Wella Professionals
Invigo Nutri-Enrich Deep Nourishing Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, parabens, silicones, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Henkel
Jabón Líquido Crema Humectante
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
Ballerina
Jabón Líquido Manzana y Miel
Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, coconut derivatives
L’occitane
Jasmin & bergamote - douche parfumée
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
Suave
Keratin Infusion Color Care Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, chemical UV filters, formaldehyde releasers
Suave
Keratin Infusion Color Care Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, chemical UV filters, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
Suave
Keratin Infusion Smoothing Conditioner
Conditioner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, silicones, formaldehyde releasers
Suave
Keratin Infusion Smoothing Shampoo
Shampoo · Lists fragrance, sulfates, silicones, formaldehyde releasers, coconut derivatives
TRESemmé
Keratin Repair Bond Plex Conditioner
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, silicones
Nivea
Lait corps sous la douche nourissant
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
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