Diethyl Phthalate (DEP)Updated a month ago

(Additional Name: DEP)

One of the phthalates, commonly used as a fixative in synthetic fragrances to make fragrances last longer. We do not use any synthetic fragrance in our products. The research on DEP is less conclusive than on other phthalates, but there is some evidence that it may interfere with the normal function of the endocrine system and cause birth defects in animals. 

Sources:

https://www.fda.gov/Cosmetics/ProductsIngredients/Ingredients/ucm128250.htm
http://www.safecosmetics.org/get-the-facts/chemicals-of-concern/phthalates/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1241863/pdf/ehp0112-000331.pdf
https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/substances/toxsubstance.asp?toxid=112
https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/phs/phs.asp?id=601&tid=112