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MELAMINE PEROXIDE.

Avoid / OXIDISING

Melamine peroxide functions as an oxidizing agent and a stable dry carrier for hydrogen peroxide (H2O2). Upon application, it releases H2O2, which is recognized for its antimicrobial, bleaching, and preservative properties. However, its utility in precision skincare is significantly limited by its high irritancy potential and strict regulatory constraints on the concentration of released H2O2.

Summary

oxidizing agent antimicrobial agent bleaching agent preservative

Science

Mechanism of Action

This ingredient operates by primarily releasing hydrogen peroxide (H2O2) in situ, which then exerts its effects through oxidative processes. H2O2 acts as an antimicrobial agent, a bleaching agent, and a preservative. It is also important to note that melamine itself has been demonstrated to induce oxidative stress.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH 2.75 – 5.5
0 7 14

Stability

Melamine hydrogen peroxide is notable for its stability as a dry carrier of hydrogen peroxide at room temperature, with decomposition occurring at 110 °C. For the released hydrogen peroxide solutions, optimal stability is generally achieved within a pH range of 2.75 to 3.25, and stability should not be expected above pH 5.5.

Conflicts

  • strong oxidizing agents
  • strong acids
  • reducing agents
  • isocyanates
  • halogenated organics
  • phenols (acidic)
  • epoxides
  • anhydrides
  • acid halides

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Not reviewed
Max tested
4%
Sensitization risk High

Melamine peroxide (Melamine hydroperoxide) is listed in the FDA Global Substance Registration System (GSRS). While Hydrogen Peroxide has been assessed by the CIR Expert Panel, Melamine Peroxide itself lacks a direct CIR assessment. The European Union's SCCS subjects it to restrictions under Annex III of the EC Cosmetics Regulation, specifically limiting the concentration of hydrogen peroxide present or released in leave-on skin care products to a maximum of 4%.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy High
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Avoid

Melamine peroxide, despite its function as an oxidizing agent and H2O2 carrier, poses a high irritancy risk and lacks specific clinical efficacy data for precision skincare, making it unsuitable for advanced formulations.

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