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Skin Conditioning

CARNITINE TARTRATE

CAS 36687-82-8 Updated
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

The tartrate salt of L-carnitine, an amino-acid-derivative used in firming and scalp products. Well tolerated with decades of dietary-supplement safety data behind the carnitine moiety.

Skin benefits

  • Carnitine supports lipid metabolism in skin
  • Tartrate salt is highly water-soluble and stable
  • Used in slimming/firming and scalp products

Known concerns

  • May be over-claimed for visible body-contour effects
  • Mild stinging in compromised skin barriers

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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