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SODIUM SALICYLATE

CAS 54-21-7 Updated
70

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

The sodium salt of salicylic acid — a mild exfoliant and anti-inflammatory used in acne and scalp products. Safe at cosmetic levels but EU restricts use in young children.

Function

DENATURANTPRESERVATIVE

Skin benefits

  • Mild keratolytic exfoliation
  • Anti-inflammatory and anti-acne
  • pH-stable salt form of salicylic acid

Known concerns

  • Salicylate-sensitive users should avoid
  • Restricted on under-3 children in EU
  • Photosensitivity at high %

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

PC

PubChem

U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.

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