Dihydroxyacetone

The Basics On Dihydroxyacetone

What is Dihydroxyacetone?

Often derived from plant sources such as sugar beets and sugar cane, and by the fermentation of glycerin; present in all self-tanners and affects the color of skin.

What are other names for Dihydroxyacetone?

1,3-DIHYDROXY 2-PROPANONE, 1,3-DIHYDROXY-2-PROPANONE, 1,3-DIHYDROXYACETONE, 1,3-DIHYDROXYDIMETHYL KETONE, 2-PROPANONE, 1,3-DIHYDROXY, 2PROPANONE, 1,3DIHYDROXY, DIHYDROXYACETONE, and DIHYDROXYACETONE; 1,3-DIHYDROXY-2-PROPANONE

What is Dihydroxyacetone used for?

Dihydroxyacetone is a white crystalline powder. In cosmetics and personal care products, Dihydroxyacetone is used in the formulation of self-tanning products. Dihydroxyacetone imparts a color to the human body. It also enhances the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.

How Dihydroxyacetone is classified

Self-tanners

Recommendations for using Dihydroxyacetone during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid

 

Dihydroxyacetone During Pregnancy

What we know about using Dihydroxyacetone while pregnant or breastfeeding

It’s not known whether DHA penetrates the skin. Some health care providers encourage women to wait until after the first trimester DHA has been used in cosmetics since 1960 and no problems have been reported.Generally considered safe to use fake tan creams and lotions during pregnancy, but it’s probably best to avoid spray tans due to the possible inhalation impact.

When applied topically, systemic levels are minimal (0.5%)12; therefore, use during pregnancy would not be of concern.

General safety info about Dihydroxyacetone from CIR

No report found.

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Products where you might find Dihydroxyacetone

COOLA Organic Sunless Tan Anti-Aging Face Serum; COOLA Sunless Tan Luminizing Body Serum; COOLA Sunless Tan Firming Lotion