2-Methylresorcinol
2-Methylresorcinol is a hair dyeing ingredient. It’s in 7 products on Poliage. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: none.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
2-methylresorcinol: used to color hair.
What it does
Contains 2-Methylresorcinol: hair-dyeing
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 31503, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain 2-Methylresorcinol
clairol
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, sulfates, silicones, salicylic acid
Henkel
Coloration crème soin à l’huile d’argan Châtain caramel 660
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens
Henkel
Kératine Color 4.6 Châtain Chocolat
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, parabens, salicylic acid
Henkel
Kératine Color Châtain Clair Subtil 6.0
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens
Henkel
Kit Racines Blond BR1
Lists fragrance, sulfates, coconut derivatives
Henkel
Palette Salon Colors 8.5
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, sulfates, parabens
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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