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2-HEXYLOXY-P-PHENYLENEDIAMINE HCL

Description

2-Hexyloxy-p-phenylenediamine HCl is a synthetic hair dye ingredient primarily used in oxidative hair coloring products. This compound belongs to the phenylenediamine family of dyes, known for their ability to penetrate the hair shaft and create long-lasting color. Its chemical structure allows for effective binding to keratin proteins within the hair, resulting in vibrant and durable color outcomes.

This ingredient is particularly valued for its contribution to warm brown and red hair shades. When combined with an oxidizing agent, typically hydrogen peroxide, it undergoes a chemical reaction that produces larger, colored molecules within the hair cortex. This process ensures that the color remains trapped inside the hair shaft, resisting fading and wash-out.

2-Hexyloxy-p-phenylenediamine HCl is often used in conjunction with other dye precursors to achieve a wide range of hair colors and tones. Its effectiveness in covering gray hair makes it a popular choice in many commercial hair dye formulations. However, as with other phenylenediamine derivatives, it may cause allergic reactions in some individuals, necessitating patch testing before use in hair coloring products.