Acetamidoethoxyethanol
Acetamidoethoxyethanol
ACE
7/10
Concern level
High concern
A synthetic humectant (N-[2-(2-hydroxyethoxy)ethyl]acetamide) used to bind water in the stratum corneum and improve skin hydration. It is typically formulated as a highly water-soluble, non-tacky moisturizing aid with good compatibility in emulsions and a broad pH range.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
MoisturizingSupports Barrier Function
Chemical Properties
Molecular Weight
147.17 g/mol pH Range
4.00 - 8.00Typical Concentration
1.00% - 20.00%CAS Number: 118974-46-2
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin9/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin7/10
acne prone8/10
mature skin8/10
normal skin9/10
Interactions
incompatible with: No specific well-established ingredient interactions are documented in public cosmetic references, In practice, it should be evaluated for overall formula compatibility with very strong acids, high-alkaline systems, or highly irritating actives
Risks & Warnings
Public safety and irritation data are limited. Based on available supplier and database information, it appears to be low risk and non-comedogenic, but individual sensitivity or stinging may occur in compromised or very reactive skin. Avoid if a product formula is clearly irritating or if you have a known allergy to related amide/glycol compounds.
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