Skin Conditioning
SODIUM 3-HYDROXYBUTYRATE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Sodium salt of beta-hydroxybutyrate — a natural human ketone body. No notable GHS hazards and an endogenous molecule — well tolerated on skin at cosmetic levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Endogenous metabolite
- Skin energy/repair positioning
- High solubility
Known concerns
- Limited cosmetic-specific safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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