Links to organizations for cosmetic reference with chemical identification, use, function and concerns associated with chemical ingredients
CAS number Database – Search many of the catalogued chemical substances as compounds, minerals and isotopes a to name a few of both inorganic and organic nature. Search by their unique number assigned by the Chemical Abstract Service(CAS or CASRN)
Society of Cosmetic Chemists(SCC) – Scientific Inquiry in the field of Cosmetic Chemistry
COSING – Cosmetic Ingredient and Substances Search Site by the European Commission
The Personal Care Products Council (PCPC) is the leading national trade association representing cosmetics and personal care products companies and serving as the voice on scientific, legal, regulatory, legislative and international issues for the $488 billion global industry.
FDA Regulations for Cosmetics and OTC Drugs -” Is it a Cosmetic, a Drug or Both?” – FDA
Environmental Working Group(EWG) – Good site to identify chemicals based on its Concerns including Cancer, Developmental & Reproductive Toxicity, Allergies & Immunotoxicity. Includes Products made with the chemical ingredient, Functions and Synonyms.
