What is Piroctone olamine?

Piroctone olamine, or PO or OCTO, is also known as the anti-dandruff agent OCTO or hydroxypyrrolidone. This is a highly effective, non-toxic and non-irritating anti-dandruff ingredient with a unique chemical structure. Its chemical name is 1-hydroxy-4-methyl-6-(2,4,4-trimethylpentyl)-2(IH)-pyridone ethanolamine complex salt (1:1). Piroctone olamine is usually in the form of white or light-yellow crystalline powder. It is safe for eyes and skin, non-toxic, non-irritating and non-sensitizing. Because of its powerful antibacterial ingredients can be used as a cosmetic raw material and a pharmaceutical raw material.

What are the benefits of piroctone olamine?

Anti-dandruff and anti-itching:

Antibacterial ingredients:

It has a broad-spectrum-killing effect on fungi and molds, and has good therapeutic effects on foot and hand ringworm. At the same time, its bactericidal properties also give the product a deodorizing function, which can play an excellent role in personal care products such as bath gels.

Anti-oxidant raw material:

When reacting with oxygen, piroctone olamine can release energy, show good antioxidant properties, and help protect the health of the scalp.

Antiseptic thickening:

In cosmetics, piroctone olamine can be used as a preservative to interfere with the survival and reproduction of microorganisms by coagulating and denaturing their proteins. At the same time, it also has thickening properties, which can improve the texture of the product.

How to use piroctone olamine?

Anti-dandruff shampoo:

Piroctone olamine is the core ingredient of many anti-dandruff shampoos. It keeps the scalp fresh and healthy with its high efficiency in dandruff removal, itching relief, and oil regulation. Whether it is daily cleaning or special care, shampoo containing piroctone olamine can meet your needs.

Hair care:

In addition to shampoo, piroctone olamine is often added to conditioners and hair masks. It not only enhances the anti-dandruff effect but also nourishes the hair, making it smoother and more shiny. Using conditioners and hair masks containing piroctone olamine can give your hair a new lease of life.

Body cleaning products:

The antibacterial properties of piroctone olamine are not only suitable for the scalp but also for body cleaning products. It can effectively kill bacteria and fungi on the body, and reduce skin inflammation and odor. Using shower gel or body lotion containing piroctone olamine can keep your skin fresh and healthy.

Pharmaceutical raw materials:

Due to its wide range of antibacterial ingredients, it can also be used as a raw material for antibacterial drugs.