Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Comedogenicity rating of 1/5 — generally suitable for acne-prone skin. Verify absence of D4/D5/D6 cyclic siloxane impurities for EU compliance (REACH Annex XVII Entry 70). Low irritation potential overall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lauryl Methicone safe in cosmetics?
Comedogenicity rating of 1/5 — generally suitable for acne-prone skin. Verify absence of D4/D5/D6 cyclic siloxane impurities for EU compliance (REACH Annex XVII Entry 70). Low irritation potential overall. The EU classifies Lauryl Methicone as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lauryl Methicone allowed in the EU?
Lauryl Methicone EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lauryl Methicone do in cosmetics?
Lauryl Methicone functions as: Skin conditioning agent. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 139614-44-1.
What is the Margin of Safety for Lauryl Methicone?
adequate 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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