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Antioxidant

HYDROXYPHENYL PROPIONAMIDE

CAS 23838-70-2 Updated
72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A phenolic propionamide used as an antioxidant and skin conditioner. PubChem flags an oral-toxicity warning at industrial scale, but cosmetic-grade use is generally considered safe.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTASTRINGENTBLEACHINGSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant activity
  • Skin conditioning
  • May help reduce oxidative stress

Known concerns

  • Limited cosmetic safety literature
  • GHS H302 oral toxicity warning at industrial scale
  • Use within recommended cosmetic limits

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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