Di-t-Butylhydroquinone

AKA “5-Di-tert-butylhydroquinone, DTBHQ, Dibug, Dybug, Santovar O, 5-Di-tert-butylquinol, Nonflex Alba”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

Di-t-Butylhydroquinone

AKA: 5-Di-tert-butylhydroquinone, DTBHQ, Dibug, Dybug, Santovar O, 5-Di-tert-butylquinol, Nonflex Alba

Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 3

Synthetic

Antioxidant

Anti-Aging

Barrier Support

Safety Concern

Synthetic

Clean

A protective antioxidant that helps prevent product oxidation and degradation, keeping formulas stable and effective over time.

Formula

C14H22O2

Mol. Weight

222.32

CAS #

88-58-4

Form

Powder

State

Off-white crystalline powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]

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Functions

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Anti-Aging

Targets fine lines, wrinkles, or loss of firmness. Works by boosting collagen, speeding cell turnover, or both.

Skin Protecting

Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.

Neutralizes Free Radicals

Traditional Use

A synthetic antioxidant developed in the mid-20th century, primarily used in cosmetic oils and fats. Designed to prevent rancidity and color degradation in cosmetic formulations, with no traditional use.