What it is
Trolamine salicylate is a compound derived from triethanolamine and salicylic acid. In addition to being a UV filter, it is commonly used as an active ingredient in over-the-counter topical products to help relieve mild to moderate muscle and joint pain.
Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below
Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.
Safety in special situations
PregnancyNot recommended for use by pregnant women
Nursing MothersNot recommended for use by nursing mothers
Babies under 2 yearsNot recommended for babies
Children under 12 yearsNot recommended for children
Cancer freeNot recommended for people with a history of/at risk of cancer
Note
- Trolamine salicylate has the potential for systemic absorption, which may lead to salicylism in excessive or prolonged use.
- Trolamine Salicylate has potential toxicity when inhaled. Therefore, it is best to avoid products containing this ingredient that may pose an inhalation risk.
Environmental and Ecological Concerns
Vegan
Natural/Synthetic
Biodegradable
Ecotoxicity
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
ComedogenicityNot listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data
Acne prone skinNot listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data
Sensitive skinMay not be safe to use
Note
- Trolamine Salicylate is classified as a potential skin sensitizer.
Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines)
| European Union – CIR | Safe to use, as per current practice |
| European Union – SCCS | Data unavailable |
| US FDA | Listed as Non-GRASE (Not generally recognized as safe and effective) Category II |
| ASEAN guidelines | Safe to use, as per current practice |
ConclusionIt is best to limit the usage of Trolamine Salicylate due to the ambiguity of available data.
References
- https://online.personalcarecouncil.org
- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov
- https://aseancosmetics.org
- https://europepmc.org
- https://european-union.europa.eu
Disclaimer
The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We 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