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Diethanolamine
Origin:
Synthetic.
Risks to the environment :
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INCI name:
Diethanolamine.
Where to find it / them? :
Shampoos, shaving creams, washing creams, mascaras, soaps, sun products.
Function:
Antistatic, hair conditioner, pH adjuster, dispersing agent.
Risks to health:
Carcinogenic in the presence of potential nitrite (formation of nitrosamines), percutaneous penetration, skin and eye irritant proven.
More information :
Prohibited in Canada.
Concentration allowed by European regulations :
Prohibited in Europe.