Prohibited pharmaceutical substance
Isoprenaline (INN)
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Isoprenaline is a prescription heart and asthma medication, not a cosmetic ingredient. It is explicitly banned from cosmetic products in the EU and should never appear in skincare or personal care.
Skin benefits
- No legitimate cosmetic benefit; this is a pharmaceutical drug substance
- Used medically as a beta-adrenergic agonist for cardiac and respiratory conditions
Known concerns
- Listed in EU Cosmetics Regulation Annex II as prohibited in cosmetic products
- Pharmacologically active beta-agonist with systemic cardiovascular effects
- No place in topical personal care; presence indicates serious quality issue
- Risk of tachycardia, arrhythmia and other systemic effects if absorbed
References
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.