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Exfoliant

3-HYDROXYBENZOIC ACID

CAS 99-06-9 Updated
58

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Isomer of salicylic acid with mild exfoliating action. PubChem flags skin and eye irritation plus oral toxicity; needs careful concentration control in cosmetic use.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Mild keratolytic / exfoliant
  • Antimicrobial activity

Known concerns

  • H302 harmful if swallowed
  • H315 skin irritation, H319 eye irritation
  • H335 may cause respiratory irritation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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