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Methylene Glycol (Methanediol)

INCI name: Methylene Glycol

Function: Antimicrobial, nail care agent, nail sculpting.

Origin: Synthetic.

Concentration allowed by European regulations : Up to 0.2% in the finished cosmetic product.

Where to find it / them? : Smoothing products.

Risks to health: Potential skin, lung and eye irritant, potential carcinogen by inhalation.

Risks to the environment : /

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