2-Methylresorcinol

2-Methylresorcinol

AKA “6-Dihydroxytoluene, 3-Benzenediol, 3-benzenediol, 3-dihydroxybenzene, ORISTAR MR, RODOL MRS”

Synthetic

Ingredient Facts

2-Methylresorcinol

AKA: 6-Dihydroxytoluene, 3-Benzenediol, 3-benzenediol, 3-dihydroxybenzene, ORISTAR MR, RODOL MRS

Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 5

Synthetic

Antioxidant

Synthetic

Clean

A color-depositing agent that helps create and maintain vibrant hair dye results. Works to ensure even, long-lasting color throughout the hair.

Formula

C7H8O2

Mol. Weight

124.14

CAS #

608-25-3

Form

Powder

State

Colorless to light brown solid; [EC: SCCP]

See origin →

Functions

Hair Dyeing

Antioxidant

Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.

Fights Bacteria

Colors Hair

Traditional Use

A synthetic derivative of resorcinol, a compound historically used in topical medicines. Developed as a hair dye coupler in the mid-20th century to produce lasting hair color.

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Melanin-Rich Skin

Suitable

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Caution

EWG

CIR

Insufficient

Pregnancy

Caution

CIR Safety Findings

ewg-5

medical-approval

all-shades-safe

Phototoxicity Concern

Concentration Guide

1.8%

0%3%

Reg. Limit

EU regulatory limit: 1.8%. 1.8 %. Hair colourants can cause severe allergic reactions Read and follow instructions Source: EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009, Annex III (Restricted Substances), Entry 243.