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Quick answer: Bisphenol A carries the heavier risk profile. Bisphenol A is banned in the EU and allowed in the US; Retinyl palmitate is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | Bisphenol A | Retinyl palmitate |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Banned | Restricted |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | high | medium |
| Banned in | European Union | — |
| Restricted in | — | European Union |
| Category | endocrine disruptor | endocrine disruptor |
| Where it hides | plastic packaging, applicators | anti-aging cream, sunscreen, lotion |
Bisphenol A (Bisphenol A) is a plastic monomer (BPA).
Retinyl palmitate is a vitamin A ester used in anti-aging skincare and sunscreen.
Bisphenol A: A potent endocrine disruptor; banned in EU cosmetics and many food contact uses.
Retinyl palmitate: The EU caps vitamin A levels over concerns it may accelerate skin damage in sunlight; the US does not restrict it.
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