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Banned Substance

drospirenone

CAS 67392-87-4 Updated
4

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Drospirenone is a prescription oral-contraceptive progestin — not a cosmetic ingredient. EU cosmetic regulation forbids hormonally active substances. If found in a topical product, that is a serious red flag.

Skin benefits

  • None for cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Prescription synthetic progestin (Yaz, Yasmin); not a cosmetic ingredient
  • GHS H351 — suspected of causing cancer
  • GHS H360 — may damage fertility or the unborn child
  • GHS H362 — may cause harm to breast-fed children
  • Hormonally active substance prohibited in EU cosmetics

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.