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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 Squalane as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found squalane safe as used in cosmetics. It is a saturated hydrocarbon emollient that closely resembles squalene produced naturally by human sebaceous glands. It is well tolerated and non-irritating.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Squalane: CTPA lists squalane as a safe emollient and skin-conditioning agent. It is a skin-identical lipid that provides moisturisation without greasiness and is considered non-comedogenic and well tolerated by all skin types.

CIR Safety Assessment of Plant-Derived Butters as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found shea butter (Butyrospermum parkii) safe as used in cosmetics. It functions as an emollient with a fatty acid profile that supports skin barrier function. No significant irritation or sensitisation concerns were identified.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Shea Butter: CTPA lists shea butter as a safe, naturally derived emollient that is non-irritating and well tolerated by all skin types including sensitive and dry skin.

CTPA Skin Barrier Science — Ceramides in Cosmetic Formulations: Ceramides are endogenous lipids critical to the skin barrier. Topical application of ceramide NP (ceramide 3) has been shown in peer-reviewed studies to restore stratum corneum lipid composition, reduce transepidermal water loss, and improve symptoms of atopic dermatitis.

CIR Safety Assessment of Cholesterol as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found cholesterol safe as used in cosmetics. It is a skin-identical lipid that functions as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent, supporting barrier repair by replenishing a natural component of the skin's lipid bilayer.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Cholesterol: CTPA lists cholesterol as a safe skin-conditioning agent and emollient. As a naturally occurring component of the skin barrier, it helps restore and maintain barrier integrity and is considered safe and non-sensitising at cosmetic concentrations.

CIR Safety Assessment of Phytosterols as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found phytosterols safe as used in cosmetics. They function as skin-conditioning agents that help support skin barrier function, and are structurally similar to cholesterol — a natural component of the skin barrier. No significant irritation or sensitisation was identified.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Phytosterols: CTPA lists phytosterols as safe skin-conditioning agents derived from plant sources. They are used in cosmetics for their barrier-supporting properties and are considered safe and non-sensitising at concentrations used in cosmetic formulations.

FDA Briefing on Hyaluronic Acid in Topical Formulations: Sodium hyaluronate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a cosmetic ingredient. It functions as an effective humectant and skin-conditioning agent suitable for all skin types.

FDA OTC Skin Protectant Active Ingredient — Allantoin: The FDA recognises allantoin as a safe and effective OTC skin protectant active ingredient at concentrations of 0.5–2.0%. It soothes and protects irritated skin and helps relieve minor skin irritation from chapping, chafing, and wind.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Allantoin: CTPA lists allantoin as a safe, soothing skin-conditioning agent with a long history of safe use as a skin protectant. It is well tolerated by sensitive and reactive skin types.

CIR Safety Assessment of Panthenol as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found panthenol (provitamin B5) safe as used in cosmetic formulations. It functions as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent, improving skin hydration and supporting barrier function, with no significant irritation or sensitisation concerns.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Panthenol: CTPA lists panthenol as a safe humectant and skin-conditioning agent. As provitamin B5, it supports healthy skin cell metabolism. It is well tolerated and considered safe for sensitive skin.

FDA — Phenoxyethanol in Cosmetics: FDA has reviewed phenoxyethanol as a cosmetic preservative and considers it safe at concentrations up to 1.0% in cosmetic products. FDA advises caution in products used around the mouth of infants.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Phenoxyethanol: CTPA confirms phenoxyethanol is a permitted cosmetic preservative under EU Cosmetics Regulation at a maximum concentration of 1.0%, and is considered safe for use in both rinse-off and leave-on products.

CIR Safety Assessment of Ethylhexylglycerin as Used in Cosmetics: The CIR Expert Panel found ethylhexylglycerin safe as used in cosmetics. It functions as a skin-conditioning agent and preservative booster enhancing the efficacy of other preservatives. No significant irritation or sensitisation was identified at cosmetic concentrations.

CTPA Ingredient Library — Ethylhexylglycerin: CTPA lists ethylhexylglycerin as a safe skin-conditioning agent and preservative enhancer. It is used in cosmetics to improve formula feel and boost preservation systems, and is considered non-irritating for most skin types.