POLYACRYLAMIDOMETHYL BENZYLIDENE CAMPHOR

Other Names: polymer of N-{(2 and 4)-[(2-oxoborn-3-ylidene)methyl]benzyl}acrylamide

What it is: This UV filter was once used in some sunscreens to provide UVB protection and is often combined with other UV filters to achieve broad-spectrum sun protection. Its use in sunscreens has become less in recent years.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not recommended for use in pregnant women

Not recommended for use in nursing women

Not approved for use in babies

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with acne prone skin based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by people with sensitive skin based on currently available data

Conclusion
Polyacrylamidomethyl Benzylidene Camphor is safe as per the current practice of use.

References

1. https://aseancosmetics.org
2. https://law.resource.org
3. https://sjexim.services
4. https://www.mdpi.com
5. https://european-union.europa.eu

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in