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Quick answer: Triclosan carries the heavier risk profile. Salicylic acid (high dose) is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US; Triclosan is restricted in the EU and allowed in the US.
| Property | Salicylic acid (high dose) | Triclosan |
|---|---|---|
| EU status | Restricted | Restricted |
| US status | Allowed | Allowed |
| Risk level | low | high |
| Banned in | — | — |
| Restricted in | European Union | European Union |
| Category | endocrine disruptor | endocrine disruptor |
| Where it hides | acne treatment, exfoliant, shampoo | antibacterial soap, toothpaste, deodorant |
Salicylic acid (high dose) (Salicylic Acid) is a beta-hydroxy acid exfoliant.
Triclosan is an antibacterial and antifungal agent.
Salicylic acid (high dose): Flagged as an endocrine disruptor; the EU restricts concentration and bans it in products for children under 3.
Triclosan: An endocrine disruptor linked to antibiotic resistance. Restricted in the EU and banned in US over-the-counter antibacterial soaps, but still allowed in some products.
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