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Safety Assessment of Diacetone Alcohol as Used in Cosmetics
Priya Ferguson1, Wilma F Bergfeld2, Donald V Belsito2
1Cosmetic Ingredient Review Senior Scientific Analyst/Writer.
Abstract:
The Expert Panel for Cosmetic Ingredient Safety (Panel) assessed the safety of Diacetone Alcohol as used in cosmetic formulations. This ingredient is reported to function as a fragrance ingredient and solvent. The Panel considered the available data and concluded that Diacetone Alcohol is safe in cosmetics in the present practices of use and concentration described in this safety assessment.
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