Antioxidant
DIHYDROXY METHYLCHROMONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A chromone-class antioxidant — a small plant-style polyphenol used for skin conditioning. Mild at cosmetic levels; specific cosmetic toxicology is limited.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant chromone derivative
- Skin conditioning
- Mild at cosmetic levels
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
- No major regulatory monograph
- Possible photo-instability
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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