Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate

INCI: PALMITOYL MYRISTYL SERINATE

CAS Number
Not widely published (proprietary pseudo-ceramide; Sederma's Ceramide A2™)
Function
Skin conditioning ceramide analogue that restores barrier function and intercellular lipid matrix
Safety Rating
EXCELLENT

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes Permitted with no FDA restriction

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
not established
Dermal Absorption
moderate
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

Minimal safety concerns; ensure sourcing from reputable suppliers for consistent purity; mainly used in hair care and skin barrier formulations.

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Concern Level: Low

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate safe in cosmetics?

Minimal safety concerns; ensure sourcing from reputable suppliers for consistent purity; mainly used in hair care and skin barrier formulations. The EU classifies Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate as "permitted". Safety rating: EXCELLENT.

Is Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate allowed in the EU?

Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate do in cosmetics?

Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate functions as: Skin conditioning ceramide analogue that restores barrier function and intercellular lipid matrix. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not widely published (proprietary pseudo-ceramide; Sederma's Ceramide A2™).

What is the Margin of Safety for Palmitoyl Myristyl Serinate?

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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