Antioxidant
ERGOTHIONEINE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A naturally occurring antioxidant amino acid found in mushrooms. Highly stable, well tolerated, and shown to protect skin cells from oxidative damage.
Skin benefits
- Potent natural antioxidant
- Stable thiol amino acid
- Protects mitochondrial and skin cells from oxidative stress
Known concerns
- No significant concerns at cosmetic concentrations
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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