Medium Concern

Retinyl Palmitate

Flagged by EWG Skin Deep as a may accelerate skin tumors in sun exposure concern

What it is

A vitamin A ester used in anti-aging products. EWG has raised concerns about potential tumor-promoting activity on sun-exposed skin.

Found in 10 products on this site

Sorted worst score first. Lower score = more concerning overall formulation.

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