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ALUMINUM ACETATE SOLUTION.

Valuable CAS 8006-13-1 / ASTRINGENT

A precision astringent, Aluminum Acetate Solution temporarily relieves minor skin irritations by reducing inflammation and itching. It aids in the healing of weeping lesions and provides a soothing effect for stressed skin.

Summary

astringent soothing

Science

Mechanism of Action

It functions as an astringent, inducing local tissue constriction by drawing water away, which gently coagulates surface proteins. This action hardens the epidermis, dries wet lesions, and constricts blood vessels to diminish swelling.

Research

Clinical Evidence

High confidence
Effective range 0.13–0.5%
Optimal

0.5%

Key findings

  1. 01 Modified Burow's solution (0.13% to 0.5% aluminum acetate) effectively reduces minor skin irritations, inflammation, itching, and promotes healing of weeping lesions (FDA Monograph).

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 3.6 – 4.8
0 7 14

Stability

Aqueous solutions are inherently unstable, susceptible to decomposition and precipitation over time. Stability is often enhanced by stabilization with boric or acetic acid.

Conflicts

  • Collagenase
  • Strong oxidizing agents
  • Highly alkaline materials
  • Soap and detergents
  • Occlusive dressings

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
0.5%
Sensitization risk Low

The FDA classifies it as Generally Recognized As Safe and Effective (GRASE) for OTC astringent use at concentrations between 0.13% and 0.5%.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

Yes Normal
No Dry
Yes Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Low
Comedogenicity Low

Our Assessment

Verdict

Valuable

Aluminum Acetate Solution is a valuable astringent, FDA-recognized for its efficacy in soothing irritated, weeping, and inflamed skin, particularly for oily and normal types.

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