Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
What it is
It is an older generation chemical UV filter that offers broad-spectrum protection against UV-B and UV-A2 rays.
Safety in special situations
Pregnancy Not recommended for use by pregnant women
Nursing Mothers Not recommended for use by nursing mothers
Babies under 2 years Not recommended for babies
Children under 12 years Not recommended for children
Cancer free Not recommended for people with a history of/at risk of cancer
Note
- Dioxybenzone is considered a potential endocrine disruptor.
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Natural/Synthetic
BiodegradableNot readily biodegradable
EcotoxicityPotentially toxic to aquatic ecosystems
Attributes
Comedogenicity Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skin Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data
Sensitive skin May not be safe
Note
- Dioxybenzone is a rare allergen.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Data unavailable |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Listed as Non-GRASE (Not generally recognized as safe and effective) Category III |
| ASEAN guidelines | Data unavailable |
Conclusion Dioxybenzone is not currently approved by any regional guidelines, and its safety remains inconclusive.
References
- http://www.accessdata.fda.gov
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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