Is Sodium PCA banned?
Sodium PCA is permitted by the US FDA. Several countries restrict, warning-label, or have reviewed it for safety concerns. The US has more lenient additive rules than the EU, UK, Canada, and Japan, which is why this ingredient remains widely used here.
Why Sodium PCA is flagged
Sodium PCA is one of the safest and most skin-compatible humectants available. It is endogenous to healthy skin and has no known adverse effects. The CIR has confirmed its safety. It is non-irritating, non-sensitizing, non-comedogenic, and safe for all skin types.
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