Science
Mechanism of Action
This ingredient operates by lowering the surface tension between the product and the skin, facilitating the emulsification and subsequent removal of sebum, dirt, and other oil-based residues. This action allows for thorough cleansing.
Research
Clinical Evidence
Low confidenceN/A
Transparency
Dusting Analysis
The Formula
Formulation
Safety
Safety Profile
The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has identified 1,4-dioxane as a potential trace impurity associated with this ingredient. The FDA recommends that manufacturers implement measures, such as vacuum stripping, to ensure that the concentration of 1,4-dioxane in the final product does not exceed 1 ppm. No specific safety assessments by the Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel or the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) were found for this exact ingredient.
Your Skin
Skin Compatibility
Our Assessment
Verdict
Due to the absence of a comprehensive safety assessment by key regulatory bodies and the FDA's guidance on potential 1,4-dioxane impurity, the suitability of this ingredient is questionable without further rigorous testing and impurity control.
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