Pharmaceutical Grade Products

Not all skin care products offer the same quality. Cosmetic grade products, as allowed by the US Food and Drug Administration, can be at the least 70% pure, and may contain bacteria. A high percent of cosmetic companies use low-quality products, since it is not regulated by the FDA, and such companies are not required to have their products screened by the FDA.

Pharmaceutical grade skin care products are being regulated by the FDA, and should be at least 99% pure, with no unknown substances. About 5% of the skin care industry have pharmaceutical grade products. Be wary of cosmetic grade items, especially those with sensitive skin.

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