Antioxidant
NICOTINAMIDE ADENINE DINUCLEOTIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
NAD, a fundamental cellular coenzyme, used at very low % in skincare for antioxidant and energy claims. Native to human biology with no GHS hazards; main caveat is formulation stability.
Function
Skin benefits
- Coenzyme essential to cell energy
- Antioxidant support
- Skin conditioning at trace levels
Known concerns
- Stability in formula is challenging
- Limited cosmetic-specific efficacy data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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