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Preservative

BENZOIC ACID

CAS 65-85-0
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A nature-identical preservative also found in cranberries and used in food. Generally safe, but can sting on broken skin and is regulated by concentration.

Function

FRAGRANCEPRESERVATIVEpH ADJUSTERS

Skin benefits

  • Effective natural-derived preservative
  • Active against yeast and mold
  • Approved EU food additive E210

Known concerns

  • Can irritate eyes and broken skin
  • Possible nonimmunologic contact urticaria
  • Use limits in EU

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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