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BENZOYL TRIMETHYLBENZOYL ETHYLPHENYLPHOSPHINATE
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
An acylphosphine-oxide UV photoinitiator used in gel nail polishes. This chemical class is a recognized contact allergen — restricted use, nail-only, and a known sensitization risk.
Function
Skin benefits
- Photoinitiator for UV-cured gels and nail products
- Enables fast cure
- Industrial use in artificial nails
Known concerns
- Acylphosphine oxide photoinitiator — known sensitizer
- Linked to allergic contact dermatitis from gel polish
- Not for general skin contact
- Use in nail products only with strict cure controls
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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