Abbreviations DMDMH Molar mass 188.18 g/mol | Formula C7H12N2O4 | |
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Toxic ingredient dmdm hydantoin naturesknockout com
DMDM hydantoin is an antimicrobial formaldehyde releaser preservative with the trade name Glydant. DMDM hydantoin is an organic compound belonging to a class of compounds known as hydantoins. It is used in the cosmetics industry and found in products like shampoos, hair conditioners, hair gels, Rite Aid Liquid Lubricant, and skin care products.
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- Toxic ingredient dmdm hydantoin naturesknockout com
- Contact allergy to dmdm hydantoin
- Safety
- References
DMDM hydantoin works as a preservative because the released formaldehyde makes the environment less favorable to the microorganisms.
Contact allergy to dmdm hydantoin
Safety
A patch test study found "An increase in the use of DMDM hydantoin in cosmetic products will also inevitably increase the risk of cosmetic dermatitis in consumers allergic to formaldehyde."
References
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