Phytic Acid — Allergy Risk & Safety Profile
INCI: PHYTIC ACID
Also known as: Inositol Hexaphosphate, IP6
Key Facts
- CAS Number
- 83-86-3
- Category
- chelator
- Risk Level
- low
- Common Allergen
- No
- Found In
- serum, toner
Is Phytic Acid safe in cosmetics?
Phytic Acid is rated low risk in cosmetic products. It is not classified as a common allergen and is generally well-tolerated by most skin types. Commonly found in serum, toner.
What is Phytic Acid?
Natural chelating agent from rice. Also mild exfoliant and brightener.
Allergy & Safety Information
Phytic Acid is considered safe for cosmetic use. No significant safety concerns have been identified at typical use concentrations. As with any cosmetic ingredient, discontinue use if irritation occurs.
This ingredient is considered low risk from an allergenicity perspective. Reactions are uncommon at typical cosmetic use concentrations. However, no ingredient is universally safe — if you notice redness, itching, or irritation after using a product containing this ingredient, discontinue use and monitor whether symptoms resolve.
How to Identify Phytic Acid in Products
Cosmetic ingredients are listed by their INCI (International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients) name in descending order of concentration. To check whether a product contains Phytic Acid, scan the ingredient list for its INCI name exactly as it appears above. Ingredients present at 1% or less may appear in any order after the 1% threshold.
Product types to prioritise checking: Serum, Toner. These product categories are the most common sources of Phytic Acid exposure based on formulation data.
Not sure if your products contain Phytic Acid? Paste the ingredient list into the free ingredient checker to scan for Phytic Acid and other allergens automatically.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Phytic Acid safe for sensitive skin?
Phytic Acid is generally well-tolerated, even by sensitive skin types.
What products contain Phytic Acid?
Phytic Acid is commonly found in serum, toner.
What does Phytic Acid do in cosmetics?
Phytic Acid functions as a chelator in formulations.
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