Other Names: 6,14-dimethyl-4,12-diazapentacyclo[8.6.1.12,5.013,17.09,18]octadeca-1(17),2,5,9(18),10,13-hexaene-7,8,15,16-tetrone, Polydihydroxyindole.

What it is: Melanin is a naturally occurring polymeric pigment found in the human body and also in animals and plants. It protects the skin from surrounding light.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data.

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data.

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data.

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data.

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data.

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Note:

• You may need to look at the exact product claim to know if a vegan version was used.
• You may need to check the exact product label to know if a naturally derived ingredient was used.

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data.

Note:

• Melanin is not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic or avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data.

Conclusion
Melanin is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
2. 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