Solvent
DMSO
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A solvent that helps dissolve other ingredients in formulations.
Dmso is a solvent that helps dissolve and carry other ingredients evenly throughout the product formula.
Function
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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