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Antioxidant/brightener

DIHYDROXYMETHOXYCHALCONE

CAS 19304-14-9
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A methoxychalcone investigated for antioxidant and skin-brightening activity. As a polyphenolic chalcone it may be photoreactive and sensitizing, so cosmetic data remain limited.

Skin benefits

  • Chalcone derivative with antioxidant potential
  • Studied for anti-inflammatory and tyrosinase-inhibiting effects
  • May contribute to brightening formulations

Known concerns

  • Chalcones can be photoreactive and sensitizing
  • Limited cosmetic safety review
  • Potential allergenicity from methoxy chalcone scaffold

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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