Allowed in EU

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:

  • Humectant

    draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

  • 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