2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol
2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol is a hair dyeing ingredient. It’s in 3 products on Poliage. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
2-methyl-5-hydroxyethylaminophenol: used to color hair.
What it does
Contains 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol: hair-dyeing
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 31502, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain 2-Methyl-5-Hydroxyethylaminophenol
clairol
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid
L’Oréal
Olia coloration permanente 6.66 carmin éclatant
Lists fragrance, drying alcohol, silicones
L’Oréal
Paris Superior Preference 5CB Medium Chestnut Brown Warmer Haircolor
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, drying alcohol, silicones, chemical UV filters, coconut derivatives
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