🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
An organic compound widely accepted by natural and organic certification boards (like Ecocert). It kills bacteria and fungi to keep formulas safe.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Provides safe, broad-spectrum preservation for clean beauty products.
💡 Pro Tip
Often paired with Benzyl Alcohol.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It is the same as the DHA in fake tan.
The Science
Fake tan uses Dihydroxyacetone. This is Dehydroacetic Acid—completely different.