PLATINUM is graded F (Banned) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under EU COSING — AnnexII-NANO-2024/858.
PLATINUM
Safety grade: F
Platinum is a rare, precious metal that is highly resistant to corrosion and tarnishing. In skincare products, it is used in very small amounts for its protective and conditioning properties.
Platinum works as an antimicrobial and antioxidant agent that helps protect skin from environmental damage while also improving skin texture and providing a luxurious feel to cosmetic formulations.
Graded using: COSING.
- EU COSING — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to PLATINUM
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A. Natural antimicrobial and antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage.
- ASCORBIC ACID — Grade A. Potent antioxidant that defends skin from oxidative stress and improves texture.
Other Antioxidant ingredients
- TOCOPHEROL — Grade A
- TOCOPHERYL ACETATE — Grade A
- BHT — Grade C**
- ASCORBYL PALMITATE — Grade A
- HYDROXYACETOPHENONE — Grade A
- PENTAERYTHRITYL TETRA-DI-T-BUTYL HYDROXYHYDROCINNAMATE — Grade A