Review
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
ReviewInternational Journal of Toxicology
Research Facts
Safety Assessment of Alkyl Esters as Used in Cosmetics
Cosmetic Ingredient Review (CIR) Expert Panel
Review ยท Strong
Findings

Safety assessment of 237 ingredients used in cosmetics

Design
Review
Evidence
Strong
Journal
International Journal of Toxicology
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Personal Care Products Council (industry-funded, independent panel)