Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Opportunistic pathogen (biofilm formation, nosocomial infections); live microorganism safety in cosmetics is debated; SCCS has flagged need for case-by-case safety assessment of probiotic cosmetic ingredients; viability/inactivation status must be specified
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Staphylococcus Epidermidis safe in cosmetics?
Opportunistic pathogen (biofilm formation, nosocomial infections); live microorganism safety in cosmetics is debated; SCCS has flagged need for case-by-case safety assessment of probiotic cosmetic ingredients; viability/inactivation status must be specified The EU classifies Staphylococcus Epidermidis as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Staphylococcus Epidermidis allowed in the EU?
Staphylococcus Epidermidis EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Staphylococcus Epidermidis do in cosmetics?
Staphylococcus Epidermidis functions as: Skin conditioning (probiotic/microbiome-balancing ingredient). It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: None assigned (whole microorganism, not a defined chemical substance).
What is the Margin of Safety for Staphylococcus Epidermidis?
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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