Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages
INCI: CUTIBACTERIUM ACNES BACTERIOPHAGES
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Shown to be non-irritant to human skin and ocular tissues in ex vivo models; does not permeate through human epidermis; well-tolerated in randomized, vehicle-controlled clinical studies. Phages that specifically target C. acnes without harming beneficial bacteria; the BX001 three-phage cocktail demonstrated statistically significant reduction in facial C. acnes counts in a dose-dependent manner; effective against antibiotic-resistant strains and biofilm-embedded bacteria
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages safe in cosmetics?
Shown to be non-irritant to human skin and ocular tissues in ex vivo models; does not permeate through human epidermis; well-tolerated in randomized, vehicle-controlled clinical studies. Phages that specifically target C. acnes without harming beneficial bacteria; the BX001 three-phage cocktail demonstrated statistically significant reduction in facial C. acnes counts in a dose-dependent manner; effective against antibiotic-resistant strains and biofilm-embedded bacteria The EU classifies Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages allowed in the EU?
Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages do in cosmetics?
Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages functions as: Skin Conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (biological entity - viral particles).
What is the Margin of Safety for Cutibacterium Acnes Bacteriophages?
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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