DIMETHYLAMINOETHANOL TARTRATE

Also known as: DMAE

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below

Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

What it is

Dimethylaminoethanol tartrate is a topical skincare ingredient known for its immediate and long term anti aging benefits, particularly in improving skin firmness, reducing sagging, and mitigating fine lines. As an antioxidant and precursor to acetylcholine, it acts on the dermis to enhance tone and increase collagen fiber thickness.

Safety in special situations

Pregnancy Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Nursing Mothers Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Babies under 2 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Children under 12 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Cancer free Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns

VeganData unavailable

Natural/SyntheticData unavailable

BiodegradableData unavailable

EcotoxicityNot known to be ecotoxic

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

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)

European Union – CIR Data unavailable
European Union – SCCS Data unavailable
US FDA Data unavailable
ASEAN guidelines Data unavailable

Conclusion Based on currently available scientific data, DMAE is considered safe for topical use in cosmetic formulations.

References

  • https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer

The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will 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