Dihydroxyindole
Dihydroxyindole is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair dyeing agent. It is used in 2 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | DIHYDROXYINDOLE |
| Function | HAIR DYEING |
| CAS number | 3131-52-0 |
| EC number | 412-130-9 |
| Prevalence | 2 products (0% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Haircare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
| Monthly searches | 20 |
Used in
Other Haircare 100%
Frequently asked
- What does Dihydroxyindole do in skincare?
- Dihydroxyindole functions as a hair dyeing agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Dihydroxyindole allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Dihydroxyindole?
- It is most commonly found in Haircare products, especially other haircare (100% of its uses).
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