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aminomethyl propanol

AMINOMETHYL PROPANOL

Data confidence:High

Function

pH Buffer, Humectant, Skin Conditioning Agent

EWG Safety Score

4/10Moderate concern

About this ingredient

Aminomethyl propanol is a aliphatic amino alcohol used primarily as a pH buffer and neutralizer in cosmetic formulations. It helps maintain stable pH levels in creams, lotions, and sunscreens, and can also function as a humectant to improve skin hydration and smoothness.

Found in 5+ sunscreens