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Antimicrobial

IODIZED GARLIC EXTRACT

Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

An iodine-treated garlic extract used as an antimicrobial skin conditioner. Iodination tames raw garlic's allicin pungency but iodine and sulfur compounds still warrant patch-testing on sensitive skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial garlic chemistry
  • Iodine mineral content
  • Mild antioxidant activity
  • Skin conditioning

Known concerns

  • Iodine can sensitise iodine-allergic users
  • Garlic allicin/diallyl sulfides can sting or sensitise
  • Strong odour at higher %
  • Limited individual SCCS dossier

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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