Sulfur
What is it?
Sulfur is a yellow solid. In cosmetics and personal care products, Sulfur is used in body, hair, cleansing, skin care and hand products.
Safety Information
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) permits the use of Sulfur in Over-the-Counter (OTC) drug products for treating acne and dandruff.
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has deferred evaluation of this ingredient because the safety has been assessed by FDA. This deferral of review is according to the provisions of the CIR Procedures.
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) has deferred evaluation of this ingredient because the safety has been assessed by FDA. This deferral of review is according to the provisions of the CIR Procedures.
Why is it used in cosmetics and personal care products?
In OTC drug products, Sulfur is used as an ingredient to reduce the number of acne blemishes, acne pimples, blackheads, and whiteheads, and to help to control dandruff, seborrheic dermatitis, and psoriasis. In cosmetics and personal care products Sulfur is used to enhance the appearance and feel of hair, by increasing hair body, suppleness, or sheen, or by improving the texture of hair that has been damaged physically or by chemical treatment and to enhance the appearance of dry or damaged skin by reducing flaking and restoring suppleness.
Scientific facts:
Sulfur is a naturally occurring element that is produced in large quantities in Texas, Louisiana, Canada, Europe and Asia. Sulfur is an essential component of all living cells. Sulfur has been known since ancient times.
