Mercury
activeCAS: 7439-97-6
Toxic heavy metal. Banned globally in cosmetics. Causes neurological and kidney damage. Still found in illegal skin-lightening products.
Safety Ratings
Safety1/5
Comedogenic0/5
Irritancy5/5
EWG Score10/10
Skin Type Compatibility
oily
1/5
dry
1/5
sensitive
1/5
combination
1/5
normal
1/5
Functions
antimicrobial
Regulatory Status
EU
banned
KR
banned
US
banned