Salicylic Acid
INCI: SALICYLIC ACID
CAS None EC 200-712-3
A BHA that exfoliates and unclogs pores.
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details
Description
A BHA that exfoliates and unclogs pores.
Purpose
Function
Insufficient DataExfoliatingAcne fightingPore Minimizing
Profile
Properties
Vegan
Yes
Silicone
Silicone free
Origin
Synthetic
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Reef Safe
Yes
Compliance
Regulatory Status
EU
Permitted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
EU Max Concentration2.0% general cosmetics (non-leave-on); 3.0% rinse-off hair products; 0.5% body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, non-spray deodorant. Not for use in products for children under 3 years (except shampoo). Not for oral products or inhalation products. pH ≥3.5 required.
Absorptionmoderate
Sensitizationlow
MoSnot established
NOAEL75 mg/kg
ConcernLow
Verdict
Good safety profile with established use in cosmetics; generally considered safe at appropriate concentrations.
US Note
FDA OTC Monograph M006: 0.5–2.0% GRASE for topical acne drug products. Classified as an OTC drug (not cosmetic) when acne disease claims are made — requires drug labelling, GMP, NDC number. When marketed for exfoliation only without acne claims, may remain cosmetic. FDA scrutinises intended use classification carefully.
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