Skin Conditioning
N-ACETYLSALICYLOYL PHYTOSPHINGOSINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A phytosphingosine conjugated with N-acetylsalicylic acid — designed to support the skin barrier with mild exfoliating activity. Generally well-tolerated; salicylic-fragment caveats apply.
Function
Skin benefits
- Phytosphingosine conjugate — barrier support
- Salicylic-acid moiety for mild keratolytic effect
- Used at low percentages
Known concerns
- Salicylic group brings minor exfoliating activity
- Bioactivity depends on hydrolysis rate
- Limited public safety review
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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