"Low penalty" in all categories.
- INCI name: 6-HYDROXYINDOLE
- EINECS/ELINCS number: 417-020-4
- Classification: Regulated, Hair dye
Namely
This ingredient is used in permanent dyes as a hair dye. This ingredient has a strong sensitizing ability.
In 2006, the SCCS concluded on this ingredient by stating: "
The SCCP is of the opinion that the use of 6-hydroxyindole itself as an oxidation dye for hair maximum concentration of 0.5% in the finished cosmetic product (after mixing with hydrogen peroxide) does not present any risk to consumer health, apart from its sensitization potential. Genotoxicity / mutagenicity studies in finished hair dye formulations shall be undertaken in accordance with the relevant advice of the SCCNFP and in accordance with its guidance notes. "
In 2006, the SCCS concluded on this ingredient by stating: "
The SCCP is of the opinion that the use of 6-hydroxyindole itself as an oxidation dye for hair maximum concentration of 0.5% in the finished cosmetic product (after mixing with hydrogen peroxide) does not present any risk to consumer health, apart from its sensitization potential. Genotoxicity / mutagenicity studies in finished hair dye formulations shall be undertaken in accordance with the relevant advice of the SCCNFP and in accordance with its guidance notes. "
Restriction in Europe:
Annex III/209
Substance used in oxidative hair dyes.
After mixing under oxidative conditions, the maximum content applied to the hair should not exceed 0.5%.
Wording of the conditions of use and warnings:
The mixing ratio must appear on the label.
“Hair dyes can cause severe allergic reactions.
Read and follow the instructions.
This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of sixteen.
Temporary black henna tattoos can increase the risk of allergy.
Do not color your hair if:
- you have a rash on your face or if your scalp is sensitive, irritated or damaged,
- you have already had a reaction after coloring your hair,
- you have had a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past.”
Substance used in oxidative hair dyes.
After mixing under oxidative conditions, the maximum content applied to the hair should not exceed 0.5%.
Wording of the conditions of use and warnings:
The mixing ratio must appear on the label.
“Hair dyes can cause severe allergic reactions.
Read and follow the instructions.
This product is not intended for use on persons under the age of sixteen.
Temporary black henna tattoos can increase the risk of allergy.
Do not color your hair if:
- you have a rash on your face or if your scalp is sensitive, irritated or damaged,
- you have already had a reaction after coloring your hair,
- you have had a reaction to a temporary black henna tattoo in the past.”
Its functions (INCI)
- Hair dyeing : Colors the hair
This ingredient is present in 0.07% of cosmetics.
