Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-ds Phosphorothioate RNA-2 Cholesterol is a complex formed between Cholesterol and a synthetic double- stranded RNA which contains one strand of RNA that translates to a copy of a piece of the human protein for Tyrosinase, and where some of the non-bridging oxygens of the phosphate backbone are replaced with sulfur.
What does it do?
Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol?
Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-ds Phosphorothioate RNA-2 Cholesterol is a complex formed between Cholesterol and a synthetic double- stranded RNA which contains one strand of RNA that translates to a copy of a piece of the human protein for Tyrosinase, and where some of the non-bridging oxygens of the phosphate backbone are replaced with sulfur.
Is Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Ds Phosphorothioate Rna-2 Cholesterol is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin protecting.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 01/09/2016