VeriMomIs diethylhexyl succinate safe during pregnancy?
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diethylhexyl succinate
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Pregnancy-safe products containing diethylhexyl succinate
Kevyn Aucoin
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Laneige
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Laneige
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COSRX
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98/100
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98/100
Skin Aqua
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Frequently asked questions
- Is diethylhexyl succinate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP classification for reproductive toxicity (ECHA Annex VI) and no SCCS or CIR reproductive/toxicity opinion located. PubChem/ECHA registration summaries report no reproductive hazard classification or human reproductive data; therefore no evidence of reproductive hazard (h=0). No specific mechanism identified in the literature (m=0). Dermal use as a cosmetic emollient and its moderate lipophilicity indicate low but measurable potential for absorption after topical use (e=1). Sources consulted: ECHA (Annex VI and registration dossiers), PubChem, CosIng.
- Is diethylhexyl succinate safe while breastfeeding?
- No evidence of reproductive or developmental toxicity or of mammary transfer in available regulatory summaries or PubMed; therefore h=0 and m=0. Systemic exposure from topical use is considered low but measurable, so potential for maternal systemic exposure and therefore possible transfer via milk is low (e=1). Sources: ECHA registration summaries, PubChem, CosIng.
- Is diethylhexyl succinate safe for baby skin?
- No infant-specific safety or reproductive data located and no regulatory flags for reproduction or developmental toxicity (h=0, m=0). Because infant skin has a higher surface-area-to-body-weight ratio and less mature barrier, exposure score is increased by +1 relative to adult topical use (adult e=1 → baby e=2). Sources: CosIng (ingredient use as emollient), PubChem, ECHA registration dossiers; no SCCS/CIR opinion or PubMed studies demonstrating infant-specific risk were found.
- How does VeriMom score diethylhexyl succinate?
- VeriMom scores diethylhexyl succinate at 93/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl succinate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to diethylhexyl succinate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.