Aminomethyl Propanol

OH DAISEY INGREDIENT LIBRARY

Aminomethyl Propanol

Avoid pH Adjuster

Aminomethyl Propanol is used to adjust and stabilize the pH of cosmetic formulations. High concentrations may cause skin or eye irritation, and its use is subject to concentration restrictions in some cosmetic regulations. It also can be contaminated with secondary amines and form nitrosamines, which are carcinogenic.

OH DAISEY VERDICT Avoid Evidence level: Strong
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

pH Adjuster; Buffering Agent

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 www.cir-safety.org
  2. 2 cosmetics.ec.europa.eu
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