What it is
This ingredient is naturally derived from coconut oil, and has skin repairing properties and moisturising properties.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Data unavailable |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Data unavailable |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Safety in special situations
Pregnancy Not recommended, unless by physician guidance
Nursing Mothers Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data
Babies under 2 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data
Children under 12 years Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data
Individuals with cancer history/risk Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
Natural/Synthetic
Attributes
Comedogenicity Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skin Safe for use
Sensitive skin Safe for use
Note
- Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data
- May be associated with respiratory allergies in products that have a risk of inhalation.
Conclusion Cocamidopropyl PG-dimonium chloride phosphate is safe as per the current practice of use.
References
- https://european-union.europa.eu
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in