Skin Conditioning
PNA-24 CARBOXYETHYL FLUORENE
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A peptide nucleic acid polymer carrying DNA/RNA-style nucleobases on a fluorene backbone, marketed for advanced skin conditioning. Like the rest of the PNA-carboxyethyl fluorene family, sparse public safety data places it firmly in orange.
Function
Skin benefits
- Marketed as skin conditioning
- Engineered nucleobase interactions
- Synthetic non-protein backbone
Known concerns
- Novel PNA polymer — very limited public toxicology
- No CIR or SCCS assessment
- Bioactive design intent without robust safety data
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.