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INCI name

SUPEROXIDE DISMUTASE

Superoxide dismutase

AntioxidantReducingSkin conditioningreviewed

An enzyme used as an antioxidant and skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Superoxide dismutase is an enzyme that converts the superoxide radical into oxygen and hydrogen peroxide. It occurs naturally in nearly all living organisms. CosIng lists it as an antioxidant, reducing and skin-conditioning ingredient.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams and masks.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The INCI name does not reveal the source of the enzyme or its activity in the finished product.

Functions

Antioxidant
Inhibiting reactions promoted by oxygen, thus avoiding oxidation and rancidity.
Reducing
Changing the chemical nature of another ingredient by adding hydrogen (or removing oxygen).
Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (23)

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