Know Your Ingredients: Phytosphingosine

by beautifulwithbrains on September 24, 2011

in ingredients

What it is
Phytosphingosine is a natural fatty alcohol found in the body.

What it does
Phytosphingosine can bind water to the skin. In addition, when the skin’s protective barrier is damaged, Phytosphingosine can help to repair it.
This ingredient also functions as a preservative.

Side effects
Phytosphingosine is generally considered to be safe.

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