Colorant
FLUORESCENT BRIGHTENER 236
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A naphthotriazole-coumarin optical brightener used to make formulas appear whiter. PubChem reports no GHS hazard classification; cosmetic use is niche.
Skin benefits
- Optical brightener
- Provides UV-fluorescence whitening
- Stable performance
Known concerns
- Synthetic optical brightener
- Limited dedicated cosmetic CIR review
- Possible mild irritation in sensitive users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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