allylestrenol
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic anabolic steroid hormone not permitted in cosmetics under EU regulations and subject to drug control.
Allylestrenol is a synthetic anabolic steroid (19-norsteroid) primarily used as a hormone preparation in pharmaceuticals. It is not approved for cosmetic use and has no history of safe use in topical formulations. EU Cosmetics Regulation does not include anabolic steroids in any positive list, meaning any cosmetic use would be a regulatory violation.
Known concerns
- Prohibited for cosmetic use
- Anabolic steroid - not evaluated for topical safety
- Subject to drug control regulations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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