TRITICUM VULGARE STARCH

Other Names: Wheat starch

What it is: A versatile skincare ingredient with product stabilizing and skin nourishing 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	Safe to use, as per current practice
European Union – SCCS	Safe to use, as per current practice
US FDA	Data unavailable
ASEAN guidelines	Data unavailable

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

Based on the available data for rinse-off products, it is safe for children

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

Note:

Children with atopic dermatitis are suggested to take a patch test before using a product with this ingredient.
If there are existing skin issues, consult with a dermatologist before using this ingredient in a leave-on product.

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

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

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with sensitive skin based on currently available data

Conclusion
Triticum vulgare starch is safe as per the current practice of use

References book

https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
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

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