AMMONIUM THIOGLYCOLATE cosmetic ingredient

Description

Ammonium Thioglycolate is the ammonium salt of Thioglycolic Acid that conforms to the formula:

CAS# code (Chemical Abstracts Service)

5421-46-5

EC# code (European Community)

226-540-9

The functions of the cosmetic ingredient

DEPILATORY : Breaking down the the mechanical strength of hair fibers so that they can be removed by mild scraping/rubbing.

HAIR WAVING OR STRAIGHTENING : Modifying the chemical structure of the hair, allowing it to be set in the style required (permanent waves or hair straightening).

REDUCING : Changing the chemical nature of another ingredient by adding hydrogen (or removing oxygen).