Pharmaceutical (prohibited in cosmetics)
Pholedrine sulfate
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Pholedrine sulfate is a sympathomimetic pharmaceutical drug historically used to raise blood pressure. It has no cosmetic application and is fully prohibited from use in personal care products.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic benefit; this is a pharmaceutical sympathomimetic
- Historical pharmaceutical use only
Known concerns
- Pharmacologically active sympathomimetic drug
- Not approved for cosmetic use anywhere
- Systemic cardiovascular effects upon absorption
- Listed as a controlled or regulated substance in several jurisdictions
- Prohibited under EU cosmetics framework as a pharmaceutical
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.