Dihydroxyacetone
Primary Function
Colorant
Health Score
6/10
Eco Score
4/10
Also Known As
DHA, glycerone
About Dihydroxyacetone
The active ingredient in self-tanning products. Reacts with amino acids in dead skin cells to produce a temporary brown color.
Formulation Role & Skin Benefits
Dihydroxyacetone is selected for formulations requiring providing visual appeal to products or decorative coverage on skin, delivering enhancing aesthetic presentation and providing cosmetic coverage.
Best suited for all skin types, selecting non-comedogenic pigments for acne-prone skin. Typical formulation context: color cosmetics, makeup, tinted skincare, and colored cleansers.
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