iActive™ DHA
- CAS Number
- 96-26-4
- EC Number
- 202-494-5
- INCI Name
- Dihydroxyacetone
iActive DHA is a self-tanning agent is produced by fermentation. It is used in cosmetics to provide a tanned appearance without the need for sun exposure. It is also a UV protector and a color additive. As a self-tanning agent, it reacts with amino acids found on the skin’s epidermal layer. Its effects last only a few days as the color it provides fades with the natural shedding of the stained cells. Reportedly, it works best on slightly acidic skin. DHA, when combined with lawsone, becomes an FDA Category I (approved) UV protectant. In 1973, the FDA declared that DHA is safe and suitable for use in cosmetics or drugs that are applied to color the skin and has exempted it from color additive certification.
Properties
- Physical Form
- Powder
- Solid
Product families
Applications
- Color Cosmetics
- Skin Care
- Sun Care
Product Families
- Skin Actives
Other characteristics
- Brand
- iActive
- Synonyms
1,3-Dihydroxydimethyl Ketone, 1,3-Dihydroxypropanone, 1,3-Propanediol-2-One, Bis(Hydroxymethyl) Ketone, Chromelin, Dihyxal, Glycerone, Ketochromin, Otan, Oxantin, Oxatone, Protosol, Soleal, Triulose, Viticolor
- Functions
- Tanning Agent
- Labeling Claims
Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty; Clean at Sephora; Credo Clean Standard; Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
- Markets
- Personal Care
- PACKAGING
Cardboard drum with inner PE bag containing 25 Kg net weight.
- Use Levels
- 2 – 8%
- Appearance
- Fine crystalline powder
- Technology
- Cosmetic Ingredients
- Application Format
- Creams
- Lotions
- Powder
- Application Benefits
DHA is the main active ingredient in all sunless tanning skincare preparations. It may be used alone or combined with other tanning components such as Erythrulose. DHA is considered as the most effective sun-free tanning additive. DHA has been approved for cosmetic use by the FDA, the Canadian Health Ministry and most of the EU member nations.. Applications: All kinds of self-tanning cosmetic products including creams & lotions (o/w & w/o emulsions) & cream foundations.
- Skin Care Applications
- Body Cream
- Body Lotion
- Tanning Products
- Cosmetics
- Foundation
- Handling Conditions
iActive DHA should be stored and transported at the temperature below 8℃.. Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture, in the original unopened container under the suggested storage conditions.
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- Tanning Agent
