DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE

Also known as: DHHB

DIETHYLAMINO HYDROXYBENZOYL HEXYL BENZOATE

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below

Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

What it is

Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate is a synthetic sunscreen ingredient that is often used in combination with other UV filters to protect the skin against UV rays.

Safety in special situations

Pregnancy Not recommended

Nursing Mothers Not recommended

Babies under 2 years Not recommended

Children under 12 years Not recommended

Cancer free No available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns

Vegan

Synthetic Origin

Biodegradable

Ecotoxicity

Note

  • Nano form is poorly biodegradable.

Attributes

Comedogenicity Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data

Acne prone skin Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data

Sensitive skin May not be safe

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)

European Union – CIR No data available
European Union – SCCS Safe to use, as per current practice
US FDA No data available
ASEAN guidelines Safe to use, as per current practice

Conclusion DHHB is considered safe for use within the recommended concentrations, as per regional regulatory guidelines.

References

  • https://ec.europa.eu
  • https://www.aseancosmetics.org
  • https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov

Disclaimer

The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN’s R&D. We do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in