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Identification & Functionality
- INCI Name
- Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
- CAS No.
- 7704-34-9
- EC No.
- 231-722-6
- Technologies
- Product Families
Features & Benefits
- Benefit Claims
- Labeling Claims
- Features and Benefits
- Sulfidal Colloidal Sulfur treats acne and skin redness. Sulfidal Colloidal Sulfur is a 75% active content Sulfur in a protective Acacia Senegal Gum colloid offering a mild efficacious alternative to improve the appearance of acne. In colloidal form, sulfur is easier to disperse and sulfur’s natural odor is mitigated.
Why choose Sulfidal Colloidal Sulfur?
- Sulfur Keratolytic Agent
- Produced to API Standards
- US FDA OTC Monographed Sulfur: Proven efficacy against acne and dandruff
- Safe to use on already blemished skin or problematic scalp
- Antifungal activity
- Formulation ease, exceptional skin and scalp esthetics, no risk of textile bleaching, no UV protection requirements, gentle on skin compared to Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid
- Gentle on skin compared to Benzoyl Peroxide and Salicylic Acid
- Features
- Ease of formulation
- Exceptional skin & scalp esthetics
- No risk of textile bleaching
- No UV protection requirements
- Gentle on skin: compared to benzoyl peroxide & salicylic acid
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Application Format
- Color Cosmetic Applications
- Hair Care Applications
- Treatment Product Applications
- Applications
- Acne preparations
- Spot treatments
- Dandruff preparations
- Shampoos
- Creams
- Lotions and Ointments
- Skin Care (Acne): Sulfur was found in the literature to be efficacious against acne, rosacea, seborrheic dermatitis, dandruff, and pityriasis versicolor. The occurrence of adverse events with its use is rare. Treatments such tretinoin, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid may have negative side effects. Consumers may experience irritation, skin discomfort, and drying out of the skin.
- Lip Care
- Suggested Use Levels
Skin Care:
- US Acne OTC Monograph: 4.00-13.33%
- Outside of the US: 1.00-13.40% (where not regulated)
Hair Care:
- US Dandruff OTC Monograph: 2.67-6.67%
- Outside of the US: 1.00-6.75% (where not regulated)
Properties
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Certifications
- FSSC 2200
- ISO 9001:2015