FDA Approval of Solvents for Skin Cream
Asked by: forgetmenot_naa
On: November 07, 2018
Product Type:
Cosmetics
Question
Which of the following solvents are permitted by the FDA for use in skin creams:
- Chloroform
- Dichloromethane
- Ethyl Acetate
- DMSO
- Acetone
Answer
Based on the list of solvents you provided (Chloroform, Dichloromethane, Ethyl Acetate, DMSO, Acetone) and the information from our staff:
- Only Ethyl Acetate is permitted by the FDA for use in skin creams.
- The other solvents (Chloroform, Dichloromethane, DMSO, Acetone) are not suitable for use in skin creams according to this regulation.
- Ethyl Acetate is available for sale at our shop in kilogram sizes. For purchasing details, please contact Customer Relations at care@myskinrecipes.com.