COPPER PYRIDOXAL 5-PHOSPHATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
The copper salt of vitamin B6 phosphate, functioning as a coenzyme in skin metabolism with antioxidant properties.
Copper Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate is the copper salt of Pyridoxal 5-Phosphate, the active coenzyme form of vitamin B6. In cosmetic applications, it functions as a skin-conditioning agent while providing antioxidant protection by participating in enzymatic reactions that neutralize free radicals. Under EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009, vitamin derivatives are generally permitted without specific restrictions.
Skin benefits
- Supports skin barrier function
- Antioxidant protection through vitamin B6 metabolism
Known concerns
- May cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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