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RESORCINOL DIHEXYL ETHER

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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 dihexyl-ether of resorcinol used as a skin-brightening tyrosinase inhibitor. Resorcinol class has historic thyroid concerns in animals, so use stays cautious.

Function

BLEACHING

Skin benefits

  • Tyrosinase inhibition (skin brightening)
  • Antioxidant
  • Targeted hyperpigmentation use

Known concerns

  • Resorcinol-class hormonal/thyroid concern in animal studies
  • Possible skin sensitisation
  • SCCS reviews dihydroxybenzene derivatives cautiously

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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