ACETALDEHYDE

Ingredient type:  HUMECTANT/WATER-SOLUBLE

✨ Role: Acetaldehyde is mainly used as a perfuming agent in cosmetic products. It can also be used as a solvent.

Ingredient type: Water-soluble

‍⚕️ Safety: Acetaldehyde is generally considered unsafe for use in cosmetics due to its irritant and carcinogenic potential at higher concentrations. It is strictly regulated in the European Union and other regions.

✨ Vegan: Yes, this ingredient is synthetic and suitable for vegan formulations.

✨ Worth knowing: Acetaldehyde can be irritating to the skin and respiratory tract. Its use is limited in cosmetics and it is often replaced by safer alternatives.

Present in: Rarely used in today's cosmetics due to safety concerns, but may be found in some older fragrances or accessory care products.

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