Sirona Biochem’s skin lightening compounds proven to be non-sensitizers
July 28, 2013
| Jim Lane
In Canada, Sirona Biochem announced that its skin lightening compounds are non-sensitizers. Compounds TFC-849 and TFC-723 were tested in a skin sensitization risk assessment, which is an important component of the safety assessment of cosmeceuticals. Sensitization testing measures whether the repeated application of a compound will produce an allergic reaction or immunotoxicity to the skin.
Both compounds, TFC-849 and TFC-723, were proven to be non-sensitizers. The study, part of the BetaClear project, was funded by a $1.9 million French grant. The study was conducted using a multi-parameter in vitro alternative method developed by the LMSM at the University of Rouen, thus avoiding the need for animal testing.
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