Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No specific safety concerns documented; carnosine itself is extensively studied and considered safe at 0.05-2%. Lipophilic derivative of carnosine (caprylic acid + L-carnosine dipeptide); the capryloyl chain enhances skin penetration compared to free carnosine; carnosine is a potent anti-glycation agent, antioxidant, and ROS scavenger; protects collagen from glycation-induced cross-linking; supports fibroblast collagen synthesis
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Capryloyl Carnosine safe in cosmetics?
No specific safety concerns documented; carnosine itself is extensively studied and considered safe at 0.05-2%. Lipophilic derivative of carnosine (caprylic acid + L-carnosine dipeptide); the capryloyl chain enhances skin penetration compared to free carnosine; carnosine is a potent anti-glycation agent, antioxidant, and ROS scavenger; protects collagen from glycation-induced cross-linking; supports fibroblast collagen synthesis The EU classifies Capryloyl Carnosine as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Capryloyl Carnosine allowed in the EU?
Capryloyl Carnosine EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Capryloyl Carnosine do in cosmetics?
Capryloyl Carnosine functions as: Skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 209681-12-9.
What is the Margin of Safety for Capryloyl Carnosine?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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