Octopirox (Piroctone Olamine)

Synthetic

Safety Level

Safely

Max. concentration

Carcinogenicity

Allergy Factor

Category

Buffer components, Antimicrobial components

Functions

Antifungal, Against dandruff

Description

Piroctone Olamine is a special compound also known as Octopirox and Piroctone Ethanolamine. It is a compound often used to treat fungal infections. This compound is a derivative of hydroxy acid Piroctone. It is known that shampoos containing Piroctone Olamine eliminate dandruff. Piroctone Olamine kills fungi or fungal infections that irritate the scalp.