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Niacinamide
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Glycerin
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Retinol
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Phenoxyethanol
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DMDM Hydantoin
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Regulatory Context

India Cosmetic Regulations

The landscape is tightening. Here is what you need to know.

Drugs & Cosmetics Act

India's primary regulation, governs manufacture, sale, and import. No legal definition of 'clean' or 'natural'.

INCI Compliance

Products sold in India must list ingredients in INCI format. Many brands still don't comply fully.

EU Banned List

The Clean Sheet cross-references the EU's list of 1,328 banned cosmetic substances. India's regulation is far less restrictive.

Reference

Ingredient glossary

The terms you need to know when reading a skincare label.

INCI

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients

Term

The standardized system for naming cosmetic ingredients used globally. By law in India and the EU, all ingredients must be listed in INCI format.

Endocrine Disruptors

Chemicals that interfere with hormonal systems

High concern

Chemicals that mimic or block hormones in the body. Common examples in cosmetics include parabens, oxybenzone, and triclosan. Linked to reproductive issues and developmental problems.

ParabensOxybenzoneTriclosanPhthalates

Formaldehyde Releasers

Preservatives that slowly release formaldehyde

High concern

Preservatives used in cosmetics that release small amounts of formaldehyde over time. Formaldehyde is an IARC Group 1 carcinogen. Commonly found in hair products and moisturizers.

DMDM HydantoinQuaternium-15Diazolidinyl UreaImidazolidinyl Urea

Leave-on vs Rinse-off

Product usage type that affects safety assessment

Term

Leave-on products (serums, moisturizers, sunscreens) have prolonged skin contact and carry higher exposure risk. Rinse-off products (cleansers, shampoos) are evaluated more leniently.

SCCS

Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety

Reference

The EU body that provides scientific opinions on the safety of cosmetic ingredients. The Clean Sheet uses SCCS guidelines as a primary reference.

Parabens

Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Butylparaben, etc.

High concern

Synthetic preservatives widely used in cosmetics. Linked to estrogen mimicry. The EU has restricted several parabens. Common in moisturizers, shampoos, and makeup.

MethylparabenEthylparabenPropylparabenButylparaben

SLS / SLES

Sodium Lauryl Sulfate / Sodium Laureth Sulfate

Moderate concern

Common surfactants (lathering agents). SLS is a known skin and eye irritant that can disrupt the skin barrier. SLES is milder but may be contaminated with 1,4-dioxane, a probable carcinogen.

Oxybenzone

Benzophenone-3

High concern

A chemical UV filter found in sunscreens. Acts as an endocrine disruptor and accumulates in the body. Banned in Hawaii and Palau due to coral reef toxicity.

Fragrance / Parfum

Undisclosed fragrance mixture

Moderate concern

A catch-all ingredient that can contain up to 3,000 individual chemicals, many of which are allergens or sensitizers. Brands are not required to disclose individual fragrance components in most markets.

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