Hypochlorous Acid
Hypochlorous Acid
Hypochlorous Acid is a weak acid naturally produced by the body's immune system and used in skincare for its antimicrobial and soothing properties. It helps reduce surface microbes and calm irritation making it useful in products for sensitive blemish-prone or compromised skin.
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Safety: Generally well tolerated by most skin types. Use as directed because unstable or poorly formulated hypochlorous acid products may lose effectiveness over time.
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Comedogenic rating(likelihood of clogging pores)
0/5 — Will not clog pores
✓ Does not disqualify fragrance-free, alcohol-free, SLS-free or paraben-free claims
Common names & aliases
HOCl
Functions
🌿 Anti-inflammatory
Calms redness, irritation, and swelling in reactive or sensitised skin.
🔒 Preservative
Prevents bacterial and fungal growth, keeping the formula safe to use.
🦠 Microbiome Support
Ingredients that help support the skin microbiome, the community of microorganisms that naturally live on the skin. This category includes prebiotics, probiotic-derived ingredients, ferments, and lysates that help maintain a healthy microbial balance.
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