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Alice Akinsulie1, Wilma F Bergfeld1, Donald V Belsito1
1Cosmetic Ingredient Review Former Scientific Analyst/Writer.
Abstract:
The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (Panel) assessed the safety of Hydroxyethyl Urea, which is reported to function as a humectant and a hair and skin conditioning agent. The Panel reviewed the available data to determine the safety of this ingredient. The Panel concluded that Hydroxyethyl Urea is safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in the safety assessment when formulated to be non-irritating.
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