Active Compound

Adapalene Usp

skin-conditioning, anti-aging
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

skin-conditioning, anti-aging

Purpose

Function

skin-conditioning, anti-aging
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration0.1%
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSadequate
NOAEL1.2 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict

Third-generation synthetic retinoid selective for RAR-beta/gamma. Less irritating than tretinoin with added anti-inflammatory properties. 0.1% available OTC in the US for acne; strong anti-aging evidence at 0.3%. Preferred option for sensitive skin among retinoids.

US Note

0.1% OTC approved for acne; 0.3% Rx. Anti-inflammatory retinoid with selective RAR binding.

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

Category
Active Compound
Updated
Apr 23, 2026

No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.