Triethanolamine in Skincare

Roles: Buffering agent, Emulsifying agent, Fragrance ingredient, Masking, Surfactant
Effects: Comedogenic rating2
Comedogenicity: 2

Triethanolamine is a pH adjuster. It is a toxic component that can be absorbed by the skin and detected in blood later. It can be a dermal irritant. Though it's considered safe, you should think before using it in skincare. There are many products on the market without Triethanolamine.

Safety

CIR Safety Report

Triethanolamine can be a dermal irritant, but it has not been shown to be a sensitizer. It is safe for use in cosmetic formulations designed for discontinuous, brief use followed by thorough rinsing from the surface of the skin; in products intended for prolonged contact with the skin, the concentration of DEA should not exceed 5%; should not be used with products containing N-nitrosating agents.

https://www.cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/119_draft_tea.pdf

Products with Triethanolamine

Total found: 4236

Skin Aqua UV Whitening Milk SPF 50 PA+++

UV Whitening Milk SPF 50 PA+++

- 22 components -

Skin Aqua Super Moisture Barrier UV Gel

Super Moisture Barrier UV Gel

- 24 components -

L'Oreal Paris L’oréal Paris Age Perfect Collagen Hydrating Eye Cream

L’oréal Paris Age Perfect Collagen Hydrating Eye Cream

- 46 components -

Amaterasun UV Sunscreen Cream SPF 50+ PA++++

UV Sunscreen Cream SPF 50+ PA++++

- 21 components -

Dermaction Plus By Watsons Advance Sun Hybrid Acne-prone Aqua Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

Dermaction Plus By Watsons

Advance Sun Hybrid Acne-prone Aqua Gel SPF 50+ PA++++

- 52 components -

Lancôme Dual Finish Powder Foundation

Dual Finish Powder Foundation

- 30 components -

Curl Girl Nordic Co-Wash

Curl Girl Nordic

- 22 components -

Ebanel 40% Urea Cream Plus 2% Salicylic Acid

40% Urea Cream Plus 2% Salicylic Acid

- 23 components -

Vaseline Healthy Bright Perfect Youth

Healthy Bright Perfect Youth

- 29 components -

Unum Crema Reparadora Facial De Noche

Crema Reparadora Facial De Noche

- 22 components -

MiLaborit Espuma De Limpieza Facial

Espuma De Limpieza Facial

- 16 components -

MiLaborit Máscara Facial Exfoliante

Máscara Facial Exfoliante

- 17 components -

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