The Basics On Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba)
What is Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba)?
Sunscreen ingredient rarely used since the 1990s because of strong potential for sensitizing reactions.
What are other names for Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba)?
4-AMINO- BENZOIC ACID, 4-AMINOBENZOIC ACID, AMINOBENZOIC ACID, ANILINE-4-CARBOXYLIC ACID, BENZOIC ACID, 4-AMINO-, BENZOIC ACID, 4AMINO, P-AMINOBENZOIC ACID, P-CARBOXYANILINE, P-CARBOXYPHENYLAMINE, PABA, and PABA (PARA-AMINOBENZOIC ACID)
What is Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) used for?
Para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) is a compound found in milk, eggs, grains, and meat. It is best known as the active ingredient in sunscreen. PABA has been used to improve discoloration in skin and hair and to ease digestion.
How Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) is classified
Sunscreen Actives
Recommendations for using Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Avoid
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) During Pregnancy
What we know about using Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) while pregnant or breastfeeding
Limited information available.
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General safety info about Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba) from CIR
No report found.
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Products where you might find Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (Paba)
Sunday Riley GOOD GENES All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment; Sunday Riley GOOD GENES All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment (1 fl. oz.); Sunday Riley GOOD GENES Glycolic Acid Treatment; REN Clean Skincare AHA Smart Renewal Body Serum; REN Clean Skincare Evercalm Anti-Redness Serum; REN Clean Skincare Flash Hydro-Boost Instant Plumping Emulsion
List of References
General sources: Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006-. Available from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/
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