VeriMomIs glyceryl linolenate safe during pregnancy?
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Pregnancy-Safe Ingredients Database — 28,000+ Ingredients Rated
glyceryl linolenate
NO KNOWN RISKS100
/100
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Pregnancy-safe products containing glyceryl linolenate
M.A.C
M.A.C Retro Matte Lipstick in Ruby Woo
99/100
sunscreen
MAC
Unknown Product
99/100
l-oreal
L'Oreal Elvive Triple Resist X3 Reinforcing Conditioner
98/100
DUCRAY
Ducray Ictyane Lip Balm
98/100
Ceramedx
Ceramedx Soothing Facial Lotion
98/100
E Nature
E Nature Birch Juice Hydro Cream
98/100
Natura Siberica
Natura Siberica Gentle Face Peeling
98/100
E Nature
E Nature Moringa Cleansing Balm
98/100
BANOBAGI
BANOBAGI Vita Genic Jelly Mask White Gloss
98/100
DUCRAY
Ducray Keracnyl Repair Baume Lèvre
98/100
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Frequently asked questions
- Is glyceryl linolenate safe during pregnancy?
- No harmonised CLP reproductive classification or SCCS/CIR reproductive flag found; CIR amended safety assessment of monoglyceryl monoesters (which includes glyceryl linolenate) concluded these monoglycerides are metabolized to glycerol and fatty acids and are safe in current cosmetic uses, so default no reproductive hazard. Sources: CIR safety assessment, ECHA substance info, PubMed listing.
- Is glyceryl linolenate safe while breastfeeding?
- No data indicating reproductive- or lactation-specific hazard or systemic bioaccumulation from topical use; CIR and ECHA material list glyceryl linolenate among monoglycerides considered safe in cosmetics and metabolized to common dietary lipids, supporting negligible breastfeeding risk from normal topical use.
- Is glyceryl linolenate safe for baby skin?
- No evidence of infant-specific reproductive or mechanistic hazard. CIR includes glyceryl linolenate in the monoglyceryl monoesters safety assessment and found no safety concern for cosmetic use. Topical dermal absorption for simple monoglycerides is generally low; however, infant skin has higher permeability, so exposure score increased by +1 per your rules (adult e=0 → infant e=1). No infant-specific absorption or toxicity studies located.
- How does VeriMom score glyceryl linolenate?
- VeriMom scores glyceryl linolenate at 100/100 (no known risks) based on EU CosIng status, ECHA hazard classifications, and peer-reviewed PubMed studies. Our scoring pipeline is fully transparent.
- What are pregnancy-safe alternatives to glyceryl linolenate?
- See our curated list of pregnancy-safe alternatives to glyceryl linolenate based on similar function and a no-known-risks safety band.
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Medical Disclaimer
This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Safety scores are based on publicly available data and may not reflect all risks. Always consult your healthcare provider before using any product during pregnancy or breastfeeding.