iActive™ DHA

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.

Brand: iActive (15 products)

INCI Name: Dihydroxyacetone

Functions: Tanning Agent

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

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

Technical Data Sheet

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Identification & Functionality

INCI Name: Dihydroxyacetone
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions: Tanning Agent
CAS No.: 96-26-4
EC No.: 202-494-5
Technologies: Cosmetic Ingredients
Product Families: Cosmetic Ingredients — Cosmetic Actives
Skin Actives

Features & Benefits

Labeling Claims: Clean at Sephora,
Credo Clean Standard,
Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty
Benefits/Application: 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.

Applications & Uses

Markets: Personal Care
Applications: Personal Care — Beauty & Care
Color Cosmetics,
Skin Care,
Sun Care
Application Format: Creams,
Lotions,
Powder
Color Cosmetic Applications: Foundation
Skin Care Applications: Body Cream,
Body Lotion,
Tanning Products
Use Level: 2 – 8%

Properties

Physical Form: Powder,
Solid
Appearance: Fine crystalline powder

Packaging & Availability

Packaging: Cardboard drum with inner PE bag containing 25 Kg net weight.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life/Storage 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.