The experience related in The Sun this week of a nut allergic student suffering a severe reaction after using a Nivea lip balm containing sweet almond oil should serve as a reminder that, if you have food allergies, the ingredients in skincare products should be carefully checked too.
Allergens in Cosmetics
This page provides information about common allergens found in cosmetic products, possible symptoms of allergic reactions, testing for allergens and FDA’s activities on allergens in cosmetics.
Skin Care Ingredient Dictionary | Paula's Choice
Find everything you need to know about the benefits and safety of thousands of skin care and cosmetics ingredients in the world's most well-researched database.
Cosmetics - Guidance, Law & Regulations - Food and Drug Administration, Department of Health
List of Ingredients Restricted in Cosmetic Products (amended list shall become effective from 1 October 2027)
European Union - Food Allergens | Food Allergy Research & Resource Program | Nebraska
There are 14 allergens recognized as the most common and potent causes of food allergies and intolerances across Europe.The allergens, as listed in EU FIC’s Annex II, are:
American Contact Dermatitis Society
The American Contact Dermatitis Society is committed to advancing the care and understanding of dermatitis and allergy.
Prohibited & Restricted Ingredients in Cosmetics
Summary of cosmetic product ingredients that are prohibited or restricted by FDA regulations.
Ingredient Database | Deep-Researched Cosmetic Ingredients | Roots by Benda
Deep-researched cosmetic ingredient database — MoS calculations, SCCS citations, dermal absorption, sensitization data. Multi-jurisdiction regulatory status.
r/SkincareAddiction
The place for all things related to skincare, with a science-based approach.
The Good Scents Company - Cosmetic Ingredients Catalog information
Cosmetic Ingredients Catalog information
Reapplying knowledge on sunscreen and photoprotection: A narrative review
Regulatory Status of Color Additives
This database lists the status of color additives for use in foods, drugs, cosmetics, and some medical devices in the U.S. The list includes color additives permanently listed and those that once were provisionally listed, but then removed from the list (“delisted”) and are no longer permitted for use. This database will be updated periodically as amendments are made to the color additive regulations.
Cosmetic Ingredients Master Catalog: all products from all suppliers
Browse the industry's master catalog and find the perfect ingredients for your cosmetic and personal care formulations. Find suppliers. Get samples.
ChinaCosIng - Chinese Cosmetic Ingredient Regulatory Database
Dietary Fiber and Bacterial SCFA Enhance Oral Tolerance and Protect against Food Allergy through Diverse Cellular Pathways
Tan et al. examine the beneficial roles of dietary fiber in peanut allergy using mice. The authors find that this effect involves reshaping of the gut microbiota as well as increased levels of short-chain fatty acids and activity of their receptors GPR43 and GPR109a. High-fiber feeding also increased tolerogenic CD103+ DCs activity, leading to increased Treg cell differentiation.
Personal Care & Cosmetic Ingredient Suppliers | Prospector
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