METHYL DIETHANOLAMINE is graded F** (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII.
METHYL DIETHANOLAMINE
Safety grade: F**
This is a synthetic chemical compound that acts like a glue in cosmetic formulas. It helps create a protective layer on your skin or hair that stays in place.
It forms a flexible film on the skin or hair surface that helps products adhere better and provides a smooth, lasting finish.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to METHYL DIETHANOLAMINE
- PVP — Grade A. Polymer that forms flexible protective films on hair and skin surfaces.
- HYDROXYETHYLCELLULOSE — Grade A. Cellulose derivative that creates smooth, adherent films with lasting finish.
- ACRYLATES COPOLYMER — Grade A. Acrylic polymer forming durable, flexible films for product adhesion.
Other EU Prohibited (Annex II) ingredients
- BUTYLPHENYL METHYLPROPIONAL — Grade F**
- PETROLATUM — Grade F
- ZINC PYRITHIONE — Grade F**
- CYCLOMETHICONE — Grade F**
- HYDROXYISOHEXYL 3-CYCLOHEXENE CARBOXALDEHYDE — Grade F
- CI 73360 — Grade F
Other Film Forming ingredients
- CELLULOSE GUM — Grade A
- GUAR HYDROXYPROPYLTRIMONIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A
- POLYQUATERNIUM-7 — Grade B
- POLYQUATERNIUM-10 — Grade A
- MALTODEXTRIN — Grade A
- CERA ALBA — Grade A