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Skin Conditioning

DIRETINYL ETHER

CAS 442662-30-8 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A retinol derivative (di-retinol ether) — a vitamin A-class skin conditioner. Like other retinoids: effective but can irritate, sensitise to sun, and is restricted in EU.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTSKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin renewal
  • Smoothing
  • Retinoid action

Known concerns

  • Retinoid irritation
  • Photosensitivity
  • Pregnancy caution
  • EU concentration limits

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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