1,3-dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
Basic Information:
- Product name:1,3-dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
- Alternate name:Dihydroxyacetone; 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-one; DHA Cosmetic Ingredient
- CAS No.:96-26-4
- Appearance:White powdery crystals
- Molecular Formula：
C3H6O3
- Specification:99.0%
- Aroma:Minty, Sweet, or Cooling
Product Efficacy and Application:
- Tanning:
Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is the primary active ingredient in sunless tanning products, allowing users to achieve a tan without sun exposure.
Hair Coloring:
DHA can be used in hair care products to darken hair, conceal white hairs, and color hair without damaging its structure.
UVA Protection:
DHA has shown some UVA protection (1.7 to 2.2 UVA protection factor), but it does not protect against UVB rays.
Product Performance:
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Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) is primarily known for its role in cosmetic products like sunless tanning lotions. It works by reacting with amino acids in the skin's surface, creating a temporary darkening effect that mimics a tan. This reaction, called the Maillard reaction, produces brown-colored pigments called melanoidins.
Product Description:
- Product name:1,3-dihydroxyacetone (DHA)
- CAS NO.:96-26-4
- Appearance:White powdery crystals
- Molecular Formula:
C3H6O3
- Specification:99.0%
- Alternate name:Dihydroxyacetone; 1,3-Dihydroxypropan-2-one; DHA Cosmetic Ingredient
- Applications:
