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Pharmaceutical (non-cosmetic)

indanazoline

CAS 40507-78-6
8

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

Indanazoline is an imidazoline nasal decongestant medicine, not a cosmetic ingredient. It has cardiovascular activity and is regulated as a pharmaceutical, not under cosmetic safety frameworks.

Skin benefits

  • No legitimate cosmetic benefit
  • Pharmacological alpha-adrenergic decongestant action

Known concerns

  • Pharmaceutical nasal decongestant, not a cosmetic ingredient
  • Imidazoline-class systemic vasoconstrictor
  • Risk of cardiovascular and rebound effects
  • Not approved under EU Cosmetics Regulation
  • Restricted to medicinal product use

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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.