Hair Colorant
2,4-DIAMINOPHENOXYETHANOL HCL
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A SCCS-reviewed permanent hair-dye coupler. Restricted in the EU and a known sensitiser; should not be used on eyebrows or eyelashes.
Function
Skin benefits
- Permanent hair color coupler
- Shade extender
Known concerns
- Skin sensitisation (aromatic amine)
- EU Annex III concentration cap
- No eyebrow/eyelash use
- Hair dye allergy risk
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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