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Quick answer: Lilial carries the heavier risk profile. Lilial is banned in the EU and allowed in the US; p-Phenylenediamine is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | Lilial | p-Phenylenediamine |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Banned | Restricted |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | high | high |
| Banned in | European Union | — |
| Restricted in | — | European Union |
| Category | cmr | cmr |
| Where it hides | perfume, lotion, shampoo | permanent hair dye, black henna tattoos |
Lilial is a synthetic floral 'lily of the valley' fragrance ingredient.
p-Phenylenediamine is a primary intermediate in permanent hair dye.
Lilial: Classified as a reproductive toxicant (CMR). Banned in EU cosmetics since 2022; still permitted in the US.
p-Phenylenediamine: A potent allergen and sensitizer. Strictly concentration-limited in the EU; less tightly controlled in the US.
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