Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Defined single molecule requiring rigorous toxicological profiling; antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity documented but potential phototoxicity not assessed; use in skin-lightening compositions warrants dose-finding safety study.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Larixol safe in cosmetics?
Defined single molecule requiring rigorous toxicological profiling; antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory activity documented but potential phototoxicity not assessed; use in skin-lightening compositions warrants dose-finding safety study. The EU classifies Larixol as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Larixol allowed in the EU?
Larixol EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Larixol do in cosmetics?
Larixol functions as: Skin conditioning; investigated for skin-lightening activity. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1438-66-0.
What is the Margin of Safety for Larixol?
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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