Synonym(s)
CAS No 7704-34-9; Colloidal sulfur (INCI); Sulphur
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Sulphur, also called sulphur, is a chemical element belonging to the group of chalcogens, a yellow, non-metallic solid.
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Sulphur is used as a disinfectant and laxative, to treat skin problems, respiratory diseases and mild rheumatic complaints.
Due to its antimicrobial effects, sulphur is also used in cosmetic products such as anti-dandruff shampoos.
The importance of sulfur in dermatological and cosmetic products has drastically decreased in the last decades as better alternatives are available for most indications.
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer