Phytic acid
Phytic acid
Phytic acid, also called inositol hexaphosphoric acid, is an ingredient of plant or synthetic origin. It acts as a chelating agent in cosmetics, meaning it captures and neutralizes minerals and metals present in the formulation.
Chelating
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Chelating — Binds metal ions to stabilise the formula.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
Products
Products containing it
EneomeyDaylight C20 Soin Jour Anti-Âge Antioxydant, 30ml
EneomeyMasque Peel Off C10 Masque Éclat Tenseur Peel Off, 6X5ml
EneomeyStim Renew 8 Soin Nuit Anti-Âge Unifiant, 50ml
DermaceuticStimuler Light Ceutic Crème De Nuit Unifiante, 40ml
NovexpertAcide Hyaluronique Brume. 100ml
SVRCicavit+ Gel Moussant, 200ml
NatessanceMasque Capillaire Fortifiant Ricin Bio & Kératine Végétale, 200ml
WeledaSavon Solide Douche Gingembre & Petitgrain Bio, 75G
NovexpertAcide Hyaluronique, Eau Micellaire À L'Acide Hyaluronique, 200ml
NovexpertAcide Hyaluronique, Eau Micellaire À L'Acide Hyaluronique, 50ml
NovexpertAcide Hyaluronique Sérum Booster À L'Acide Hyaluronique, 10ml
NovexpertAcide Hyaluronique Sérum Booster À L'Acide Hyaluronique, 30ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
89
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Anti-aging · Hydration · Serums · Cleansers & makeup removers · Deodorants |
| Most frequent brands | Novexpert · Jonzac · Natessance · Weleda · Phyto |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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