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Pharmaceutical (non-cosmetic)

TAZAROTENE

CAS 118292-40-3 Updated
15

Safety score · 0–100

Avoid

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

About

Tazarotene is a prescription-only retinoid drug used for psoriasis and acne — not a cosmetic. Pregnancy category X with severe irritation potential. Appearance on a cosmetic label indicates mislabeling.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Drug-strength retinoid efficacy

Known concerns

  • Prescription-only drug
  • Pregnancy category X — teratogenic
  • Significant irritation and photosensitivity

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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