Ferrous Gluconate

Ferrous Gluconate is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 1 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex). PubMed carries 4 studies of its skin or topical use.

INCI nameFERROUS GLUCONATE
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number299-29-6
EC number206-076-3
Prevalence1 products (0% of dataset)
Most used inNail
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Scientific studies4 on PubMed (skin/cosmetic/topical)
Monthly searches18,100

Used in

Nail Care 100%

Frequently asked

What does Ferrous Gluconate do in skincare?
Ferrous Gluconate functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Ferrous Gluconate allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Ferrous Gluconate?
It is most commonly found in Nail products, especially nail care (100% of its uses).

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