Prohibited/Pharmaceutical
Tuaminoheptane (INN), its isomers and salts
Safety score · 0–100
Avoid
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A sympathomimetic decongestant drug that is listed in EU Annex II as prohibited in cosmetic products. It is a pharmaceutical with cardiovascular activity and not a legitimate cosmetic ingredient.
Skin benefits
- No cosmetic benefits, this is a sympathomimetic drug
- Historical pharmaceutical use only as a nasal decongestant
Known concerns
- EU Annex II prohibited substance in cosmetics
- Sympathomimetic amine with cardiovascular effects
- WADA banned substance for competitive athletes
- No legitimate cosmetic application exists
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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