Other ingredient
Aminomethyl Propanediol
An organic alkanolamine used as a pH adjuster and buffering agent in cosmetic formulations.
Also known as: AMPD, aminomethyl-1,3-propanediol, 2-amino-2-methyl-1,3-propanediol
pH adjusterbuffering agentneutralizing agent
Benefits
- ✓Maintains stable pH in cosmetic formulas
- ✓Neutralizes fatty acids to form soaps
- ✓Used in creams, lotions, hair products, and makeup
Watch for
- ⚠Related compound aminomethyl propanol is restricted in EU over reproductive toxicity concerns
In depth
What it does
An organic alkanolamine used as a pH adjuster and buffering agent in cosmetic formulations. As an other ingredient, it is particularly valued for maintains stable ph in cosmetic formulas, neutralizes fatty acids to form soaps, and used in creams, lotions, hair products, and makeup.
