Abstract
Dihydroxyacetone-containing sunless or self-tanning topical preparations are enjoying a resurgence of use in recent years. The chemistry of dihydroxyacetone, mechanism of action, application, safety, indications, and available products are reviewed.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Coloring Agents
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Cosmetics* / chemistry
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Dermatologic Agents* / administration & dosage
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Dermatologic Agents* / chemistry
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Dihydroxyacetone* / administration & dosage
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Dihydroxyacetone* / chemistry
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Dihydroxyacetone* / pharmacology
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Humans
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Ointments
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Skin Pigmentation / drug effects
Substances
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Coloring Agents
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Cosmetics
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Dermatologic Agents
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Ointments
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Dihydroxyacetone