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Ingredient Directory
Low Concern

Curcumin

Safety Flags
Safety Notes

Consumers should know it offers multiple skin benefits, including protection against oxidative stress and improving skin radiance, but its natural yellow pigment can potentially stain skin or clothing, and its efficacy can be limited by poor bioavailability in some formulations.

Function & Common Use

Function

Antioxidant, Cosmetic dye

Category

Antioxidant, Cosmetic dye

Common In

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Origin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Curcumin safe to use in skincare?

Curcumin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Consumers should know it offers multiple skin benefits, including protection against oxidative stress and improving skin radiance, but its natural yellow pigment can potentially stain skin or clothing, and its efficacy can be limited by poor bioavailability in some formulations.

Is Curcumin allowed in India?

Curcumin is currently classified as "not specified" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Curcumin used for in cosmetics?

Curcumin functions as: Antioxidant, Cosmetic dye. It is commonly found in: various cosmetic formulations.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Not specified
EU
Not specified
US FDA
Not specified
Korea (MFDS)
Not specified

Identifiers

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