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DIHYDROARTEMISINIC ACID.

Avoid CAS 85031-59-0 / SKIN PROTECTING

Dihydroartemisinic acid is a natural product derived from *Artemisia annua*, serving as a biosynthetic precursor to artemisinin. It is listed in some cosmetic databases for its potential 'SKIN PROTECTING' properties.

Summary

Skin Protecting

Science

Mechanism of Action

While noted for skin protecting qualities in some contexts, specific, detailed mechanisms of action on the skin within a cosmetic framework are not extensively documented in current research.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Oil
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

This ingredient is soluble in organic solvents like ethanol (16 mg/ml) and DMF (20 mg/ml), with a predicted pKa of 4.65 ± 0.10. Stock solutions require storage at -80°C for 6 months or -20°C for 1 month, protected from light.

Conflicts

  • strong acids
  • strong bases
  • strong oxidizing agents

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Sensitization risk High

PubChem identifies Dihydroartemisinic acid as an irritant, with a GHS Classification H319 (100%) indicating it causes serious eye irritation. Safety Data Sheets advise avoiding contact with skin and eyes.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Due to significant irritancy warnings and a lack of detailed cosmetic efficacy data, Dihydroartemisinic Acid is not recommended for skincare formulations.

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