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Skin Conditioning

ICHTHAMMOL

CAS 8029-68-3
60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Ammonium bituminosulfonate (ichthammol), a long-established sulfur-rich drawing salve. Used in OTC topicals for soothing inflamed skin. Effective, but strong-smelling, staining, and occasionally sensitising.

Skin benefits

  • Long-established drawing salve
  • Antiseptic and anti-inflammatory in OTC use
  • Soothing for inflamed skin

Known concerns

  • Strong sulfur odour
  • Stains skin and fabric
  • Can be irritating on broken skin
  • Allergic contact dermatitis reports

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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