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Resveratrol

trans-Resveratrol

Safety Notes

Polyphenol antioxidant; sirtuin activation claims need very strong product-level evidence to support; photoprotective antioxidant properties; 0.1-1% typical cosmetic use

Function & Common Use

Function

Active (Antioxidant / Anti-aging)

Category

Active Ingredient

Common In

Anti-aging serums

Origin

Vegetable (grape vine) / Synthetic

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Format restriction: Leave-on

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Resveratrol safe to use in skincare?

Resveratrol has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Polyphenol antioxidant; sirtuin activation claims need very strong product-level evidence to support; photoprotective antioxidant properties; 0.1-1% typical cosmetic use

Is Resveratrol allowed in India?

Resveratrol is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Resveratrol used for in cosmetics?

Resveratrol functions as: Active (Antioxidant / Anti-aging). It is commonly found in: Anti-aging serums.

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

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted
Australia (TGA)
Cosmetic ingredient; standard TGA cosmetic framework applies; no therapeutic goods listing required unless therapeutic claims are made
Canada (NHPID)
Not specifically listed as restricted cosmetic ingredient in NHPID source checked; standard Health Canada cosmetic notification applies

Identifiers

CAS501-36-0
EC207-929-2

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