Hexylresorcinol is a powerful skin-brightening ingredient commonly used in skincare products. It helps reduce dark spots, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation by inhibiting melanin production.
Hexylresorcinol — ZLEY®4HR
| INCI: | Hexylresorcinol |
| Properties: | Great efficiency of in anti-ROS and DPPH scavenging. Inhibits the NF-κB signaling pathway and the enzyme tyrosinase. |
| Appearance: | White or off-white powder |
| Recommended dosage: | 0.1-1.0% |
| Solubility: | Soluble in alcohol |
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What is hexylresorcinol?
Hexylresorcinol is a phenolic compound derived from resorcinol with a hexyl side chain. It is widely used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care formulations due to its antimicrobial, antioxidant, and skin-brightening properties.
What is hexylresorcinol used for?
Hexylresorcinol is commonly used in oral care products, throat lozenges, and skincare formulations. In cosmetics, it is valued for helping improve skin tone uniformity and supporting brightening-focused products.
Is hexylresorcinol the same as resorcinol?
No. Hexylresorcinol is a derivative of resorcinol with an added hexyl group, which gives it different functional properties. Compared to resorcinol, hexylresorcinol is generally milder and more suitable for cosmetic and topical applications.
Is hexylresorcinol safe for cosmetic use?
Hexylresorcinol is considered safe for cosmetic use when formulated within recommended concentration limits and in compliance with applicable regulations. It is commonly used in a variety of regulated cosmetic and personal care products.
Is hexylresorcinol suitable for sensitive skin?
Hexylresorcinol is often formulated into products designed for improved tolerability compared to traditional resorcinol. However, individual skin sensitivity may vary, and patch testing is recommended for finished products.
Hexylresorcinol
4-Hexylresorcinol
4-Hexyl-1,3-benzenediol
Hexyl resorcinol
p-Hexylresorcinol
ZLEY®4HR at a glance
ZLEY®4HR is supplied for brightening formulation development. Great efficiency of in anti-ROS and DPPH scavenging. Inhibits the NF-κB signaling pathway and the enzyme tyrosinase.
- INCI
- Hexylresorcinol
- CAS
- Not publicly specified — confirm against the current SDS/TDS
- Content / purity
- Grade-specific; confirm the current TDS specification and batch COA
- Appearance
- White or off-white powder
- Recommended dosage
- 0.1-1.0%
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol
Formulation and purchasing details View 10 additional specifications
- Addition phase
- Pre-dissolve in a compatible approved carrier before addition; verify the current TDS
- Processing temperature
- Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS
- pH
- Not publicly specified — confirm supplied-grade and finished-formula requirements
- Stability
- Validate compatibility, accelerated/real-time stability and final packaging in the finished formulation
- Storage
- Follow the current SDS/TDS and keep the material sealed under the stated storage conditions
- Shelf life
- Confirm against the current TDS and supplied batch documentation
- Applications
- BRIGHTENING formulations; confirm finished-product fit and target-market requirements
- Packaging
- Pack size is grade/order specific; confirm on the current quotation and specification
- MOQ
- Available on request; confirm grade, pack size, lead time and destination with ZLEY sales
- TDS / SDS / COA
- TDS on request; SDS on request; Batch-specific COA available on request
Values marked for confirmation are intentionally not estimated. Request the current grade-specific TDS/SDS and batch COA before scale-up or purchase.
Technical documents
Product FAQ
What is ZLEY®4HR?
ZLEY®4HR is supplied for brightening formulation development. Great efficiency of in anti-ROS and DPPH scavenging. Inhibits the NF-κB signaling pathway and the enzyme tyrosinase. The declared INCI is: Hexylresorcinol.
What is the recommended use level for ZLEY®4HR?
The published or currently recorded use level is 0.1-1.0%. Final use level must be checked against the current TDS, the complete formula, target-market rules and finished-product testing.
How should ZLEY®4HR be incorporated?
Solubility: Soluble in alcohol. Addition phase: Pre-dissolve in a compatible approved carrier before addition; verify the current TDS. Processing temperature: Not publicly specified — confirm grade-specific processing limits in the current TDS.
Which technical and purchasing documents are available?
Request the current TDS; request the current SDS; request the batch-specific COA. Packaging and MOQ are order-specific and should be confirmed with ZLEY sales before purchase.
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