Skin Conditioning
PNA-2 CARBOXYETHYL FLUORENE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A 14-nucleobase PNA polymer that includes the more reactive aminohexyl-guanine residue, marketed as a skin conditioner with astringent feel. Same default-down logic as the rest of the PNA series — orange, not yellow, due to absent public data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Marketed as advanced skin-conditioning and astringent
- Engineered nucleobase interactions
- Synthetic non-protein backbone
Known concerns
- Novel PNA polymer — very limited public toxicology
- Aminohexyl guanine residue is a more reactive nucleobase analogue
- No CIR or SCCS assessment
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.