Ingredient
Carnosine
Low risk
FunctionAntioxidant
What it is — Carnosine (INCI: Carnosine), a compound made of two amino acids (a dipeptide) used in cosmetics for its antioxidant properties.
What it does — It is commonly used as an antioxidant to help protect skin from everyday oxidative stress, supporting a fresh, defended feel.
Typical use — Found in antioxidant and anti-aging serums, moisturizers and eye products.
Who it suits / good to know — Generally suitable for most skin types; it pairs well with other antioxidants in a protective routine.
Safety — Rated low risk and usually well tolerated. This is general information rather than medical advice; a patch test remains sensible for very reactive skin.
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How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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