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Denatured Alcohol 39-B

INCI name: SD Alcohol 39-B.

Function: Solvent.

Origin: Synthetic, plant-derived.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Unregulated. Average dosage is up to 10% as a preservative, up to 20% in slimming and/or anti-cellulite gels where it serves to solubilize caffeine, up to 20% in hair-styling gels, and up to 70% in eau de toilette.

Where to find it / them? : Eau de Parfum, shampoos, hair sprays, hair balms, dry shampoos, Eau de Toilette, hair serums, body moisturizing mists, tonics.

Risks to health: Suspected endocrine disruptor, suspected carcinogen, potential skin irritant, potential drying agent.

Risks to the environment : /

Alternative :

More information : Denatured using diethyl phthalate.