Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
No CAS number assigned. No standalone CIR/SCCS assessment. Light/heat sensitive. Paula's Choice has not rated it [^1_5]. Ensure retinol equivalent (RE) calculation accounts for molecular weight conversion.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate safe in cosmetics?
No CAS number assigned. No standalone CIR/SCCS assessment. Light/heat sensitive. Paula's Choice has not rated it [^1_5]. Ensure retinol equivalent (RE) calculation accounts for molecular weight conversion. The EU classifies Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate as "restricted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate allowed in the EU?
Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate EU regulatory status: restricted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate do in cosmetics?
Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate functions as: Emollient, Skin Conditioning [^1_4][^1_5]. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (no CAS found in any database) [^1_3][^1_4].
What is the Margin of Safety for Retinyl Glycolyl Shikimate?
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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