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Expert Verdict
LPA is a bioactive signaling lipid at physiological concentrations; however, CIR concluded dermal application at cosmetic use levels does not produce physiologic effects. Very low reported use (2 formulations in VCRP data).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lysophosphatidic Acid safe in cosmetics?
LPA is a bioactive signaling lipid at physiological concentrations; however, CIR concluded dermal application at cosmetic use levels does not produce physiologic effects. Very low reported use (2 formulations in VCRP data). The EU classifies Lysophosphatidic Acid as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Lysophosphatidic Acid allowed in the EU?
Lysophosphatidic Acid EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Lysophosphatidic Acid do in cosmetics?
Lysophosphatidic Acid functions as: Hair conditioning, humectant, skin protectant, skin conditioning. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned a unique CAS in CIR report (component of lecithin mixtures).
What is the Margin of Safety for Lysophosphatidic Acid?
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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