antioxidant
S-ALLYLCYSTEINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
S-Allylcysteine is a sulfur-containing amino acid derivative from aged garlic, providing antioxidant, brightening, and anti-inflammatory benefits in skincare formulations.
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant compound from aged garlic
- May help with skin brightening
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- Sulfur amino acid derivative
Known concerns
- Possible characteristic odor
- Limited large-scale topical cosmetic studies
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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