ETHYLHEXYLOXYMETHYL DROMETRIZOLE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Ethylhexyloxymethyl Drometrizole is a cosmetic ingredient. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Ethylhexyloxymethyl Drometrizole is a derivative of Drometrizole, a UV-absorbing agent. Drometrizole is listed in EU Annex III (restricted substances) for cosmetic use; this derivative is not separately classified but structural similarity warrants monitoring. Limited market data suggests it is primarily used in professional or premium skincare formulations.
Skin benefits
- UV absorption
Known concerns
- Related to Annex III-restricted Drometrizole
- Limited cosmetic usage data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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