Sphingosine 1-Phosphate
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is the phosphorylated sphingolipid.
What does it do?
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - humectant
increases skin moisture by attracting water
EU regulatory status
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate 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 Sphingosine 1-Phosphate?
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is the phosphorylated sphingolipid.
Is Sphingosine 1-Phosphate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sphingosine 1-Phosphate do in cosmetic products?
Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - humectant.
What is the CAS number of Sphingosine 1-Phosphate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Sphingosine 1-Phosphate is 26993-30-6.
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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: 23/05/2023