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FDA Final Rule — Sunscreen GRASE Status: Zinc Oxide: Zinc oxide is classified as Generally Recognized As Safe and Effective (GRASE) as an OTC sunscreen active ingredient by the FDA, providing broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection.

Korean MFDS Approved UV Filter List — Zinc Oxide: Zinc oxide is included on the Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (MFDS) approved list of UV-blocking ingredients for sunscreen formulations, approved at concentrations up to 25%.

FDA OTC Skin Protectant Active Ingredient — Petrolatum: The FDA recognises petrolatum as a safe and effective OTC skin protectant active ingredient at concentrations of 30–100%. It creates an occlusive barrier on the skin that reduces transepidermal water loss and promotes healing of dry, chapped, or minor irritated skin.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Petrolatum: CTPA lists petrolatum (white soft paraffin) as a safe emollient and skin protectant permitted under EU Cosmetics Regulation. It provides an effective occlusive barrier that prevents moisture loss and is well tolerated by all skin types including sensitive skin.

CIR Safety Assessment of Cod Liver Oil: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Cod Liver Oil and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Rich in vitamins A and D

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Cod Liver Oil: The CTPA lists Cod Liver Oil as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Helps soothe and support skin healing

CIR Safety Assessment of Lanolin: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Wool Wax and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Deeply moisturizes and protects skin

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Lanolin: The CTPA lists Wool Wax as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Natural occlusive emollient

FDA GRAS Database — Glycerin: Glycerin (glycerol) is affirmed as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA. As a cosmetic ingredient, it is one of the most widely used and well-tolerated humectants, drawing moisture from the environment to the outer layers of the skin.

CIR Safety Assessment of Beeswax: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Beeswax and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Natural wax providing protective barrier on skin

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Beeswax: The CTPA lists Beeswax as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Thickens formula and conditions skin

CIR Safety Assessment of Sorbitan Sesquioleate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Sorbitan Ester Emulsifier and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Mild emulsifier helping blend formula components

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Sorbitan Sesquioleate: The CTPA lists Sorbitan Ester Emulsifier as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Mild emulsifier helping blend formula components

FDA — Fragrances in Cosmetics: The FDA notes that fragrance is one of the most common causes of adverse reactions to cosmetics. Fragrance ingredients can cause allergic contact dermatitis in sensitised individuals. The FDA requires fragrance to appear on the ingredient label but does not require individual fragrance components to be disclosed.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Fragrance (Parfum): CTPA notes that fragrance (parfum) is a recognised skin sensitiser for some individuals. EU Cosmetics Regulation requires 26 specific fragrance allergens to be individually listed on product labels when present above threshold concentrations.

CIR Safety Assessment of Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Synthetic Antioxidant (PTHH) and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Protects formula oils from oxidation

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Pentaerythrityl Tetra-di-t-butyl Hydroxyhydrocinnamate: The CTPA lists Synthetic Antioxidant (PTHH) as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Extends product shelf life

CIR Safety Assessment of Tocopherols and Tocopheryl Esters as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found tocopheryl acetate safe as used in cosmetic formulations. It functions as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning agent, protecting formulas and skin from oxidative damage. The Panel noted rare reports of contact sensitisation at very high concentrations.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Tocopheryl Acetate: CTPA lists tocopheryl acetate (Vitamin E ester) as a safe skin-conditioning and antioxidant ingredient. It is widely used in cosmetics to protect against oxidative stress and is considered safe at concentrations typically used in cosmetic formulations.

CIR Safety Assessment of Talc: The CIR Expert Panel has assessed Talc and concluded it is safe as used in cosmetic formulations. Primary documented benefit: Absorbs moisture

CTPA Cosmetic Ingredient Profile — Talc: The CTPA lists Talc as a safe and well-established cosmetic ingredient. Improves formula texture