Triamcinolone
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Triamcinolone is a cosmetic ingredient. Raw material is classified as a suspected carcinogen. Exercise caution due to limited available safety data.
Triamcinolone is a synthetic glucocorticoid with anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties. It is classified as a prescription medicinal substance and is prohibited in cosmetic products under EU Regulation 1223/2009 Annex II due to its potential for causing skin atrophy, adrenal suppression, and other corticosteroid-related adverse effects. It carries H351 (suspected carcinogen) and H361 (suspected reproductive toxicant) hazard statements.
Known concerns
- Skin atrophy with chronic use
- Adrenal suppression
- Corticosteroid dependence
- Suspected carcinogen (H351)
- EU Annex II prohibited substance
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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