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A mild skin and eye irritant

Glyceryl monothioglycolate is an acid permanent wave ingredient, which induces contact dermatitis in hairdressers.

Glyceryl monothio-glycolate is a component in "acid" permanent waving formulations, mainly for use in hairdressing salons.

ChEBI: Glyceryl monothioglycolate is a thioglycolate ester resulting from esterification of thioglycolic acid with glycerol. As a component of developer solutions in permanent wave products, it is the second most frequent allergen in hairdressers and avoidance of acid permanent waves is mandatory. It has a role as an allergen.

Nonflammable