- INCI Name:Dihydroxyacetone
- Ingredient Origin:Natural Origin
- Functions:Tanning Agent
- Labeling Claims:Credo Clean Standard, Natural, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Naturally Derived, Clean at Sephora
- Benefit Claims:Self-Tanning, Sun Protection
- 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
Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) has been the go-to ingredient for self-tanning formulations. It provides skin with a healthy, sun-kissed glow without risking the harmful effects of sun exposure. DHA is a white to off-white fine, crystalline powder. Recent market introductions of daily moisturizers and lotions that contain DHA in lower doses confirm a new trend in self-tanning and bronzing.