DIHYDROXYAURONE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Dihydroxyaurone is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Dihydroxyaurone is a flavonoids-type compound (a dihydrochalcone derivative related to aurones) carrying no GHS hazard statements. Aurones are a less common subclass of flavonoids with notable UV-absorbing and antioxidant properties. No EU cosmetic restrictions apply. The compound's natural occurrence in some plants and the general safety of the flavonoid class support its use, though specific toxicological data is limited.
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant activity
- UV-absorbing properties
- Potential skin brightening
Known concerns
- Limited specific toxicological profiling
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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