Antimicrobial
UNDECYLENOYL GLYCINE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A glycine-bound fatty acid acting as a gentle antimicrobial and sebum balancer. Used in deodorants and acne care. No GHS hazards reported and well-tolerated on skin.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antimicrobial against acne-related bacteria
- Reduces sebum-related odor
- Gentle skin conditioning
- Low irritation profile
Known concerns
- Limited large-scale clinical data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
PubChem
U.S. NIH compound data, GHS hazard codes and toxicity literature.
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