Isopropyl Isostearate

Not approved for food use, potential for skin irritation in topical use, potential toxicity if ingested

Talc

Respiratory irritation upon inhalation, potential contamination with asbestos in some sources, dermal irritation possible

Methylparaben

Potential endocrine disruption, possible estrogenic effects, allergenic reactions in sensitive individuals, bioaccumulation concern

Polyglyceryl-3 Polydimethylsiloxyethyl Dimethicone

Potential skin irritation in sensitive individuals, environmental persistence

Petrolatum

Effective skin barrier, prevents moisture loss, used in wound healing and dry skin treatment

Pentaerythrityl Tetraisostearate

Emollient, skin-conditioning, improves texture and spreadability in topical products

Red Iron Oxide

Stable, non-toxic colorant, provides red pigmentation with high stability and low light sensitivity

Yellow Iron Oxide

Provides stable yellow pigmentation, non-toxic coloring agent at typical use levels

Magnesium Stearate

Improves manufacturing consistency, aids capsule and tablet production by enhancing powder flow and preventing clumping

Silica Dimethyl Silylate

Improves product texture and stability, prevents clumping

Black Iron Oxide