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Antioxidant

CATALASE

CAS 9001-05-2
82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A natural enzyme that quickly breaks down hydrogen peroxide. Very safe and used to neutralize oxidative damage on skin and hair after dye treatments.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONINGSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Breaks down hydrogen peroxide on skin and hair
  • Antioxidant support after oxidative dyes
  • Natural enzyme with broad biological use

Known concerns

  • Possible protein sensitisation in rare users
  • Activity drops over shelf life

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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