Guaiazulene
What is it?
Guaiazulene is a blue compound. In cosmetics and personal care products, Guaiazulene is used in the formulation of bath products, cleansing products, depilatories, hair bleaches, hair conditioners, hair dyes and colors, hair straighteners, permanent waves, skin care products and skin fresheners.
Safety Information
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) lists Guaiazulene as a color additive exempt from certification. It may be safely used in externally applied cosmetics when it conforms to FDA specifications. It is not permitted in products intended for use in the area of the eyes or in products intended for use on the lips or in the mouth.
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?
Guaiazulene imparts a color to cosmetics and personal care products.
Scientific facts:
Guaiazulene occurs naturally as a constituent of some essential oils, mainly chamomile and palo santo oils. It is also found as a pigment in soft corals.
