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Erythrulose

Good

Colouring Agent/Pigment

Erythrulose description

Substance chemically similar to the self-tanning agent dihydroxyacetone. Depending on your skin colour, there can be a difference in the colour with erythrulose. Erythrulose needs about two to three days for the skin to show a colour change, while dihydroxyacetone completely changes the colour of skin within two to six hours. For this reason, most products that contain erythrulose also contain dihydroxyacetone.

Related ingredients: Dihydroxyacetone DHA

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Erythrulose references

  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, August 2015, pages 43-47

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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