This is found in "acid" permanent wave formulas used in hair salons.
It may take 2 to 3 weeks of avoiding exposure before improvement of your eruption begins.
Other names you may see this chemical:
Acetic acid, mercapto-,monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Acid permanent waves
Glycerol monomercaptoacetate
Glyceryl monothioglycolate
Glyceryl thioglycolate
Hot permanent waves
Mercaptoacetic acid, monoester with 1,2,3-propanetriol
Possible Occupational Exposures:
Hairdressers
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Where is it found?
What is it?
Hints on avoiding:
Permanent wave acid solution
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not intended to substitute for medical care or recommendations by a physician.