Phytosphingosine
CAS Number: 554-62-1
Phytosphingosine is a naturally occurring sphingoid base found in yeast and human skin, with potent anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that reduce acne-causing bacteria and skin inflammation while also acting as a ceramide precursor to reinforce the epidermal lipid barrier. It combines anti-acne, barrier-building, and calming functionalities in a single ingredient. Used at 0.01–0.2% in acne, sensitive, and barrier-repairing formulations.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White to off-white powder or wax |
| purity (%) | ≥95 |
| moisture (%) | ≤1.0 |
| melting point | 65–75°C |
| heavy metals (ppm) | ≤10 |
Applications
- Acne-prone skin treatment serums and creams
- Anti-inflammatory sensitive skin formulations
- Skin barrier reinforcement products
- Rosacea and reactive skin calming treatments
- Multi-functional barrier and acne care products
Key Features
- Natural sphingoid base with proven anti-acne and anti-inflammatory activity
- In-situ ceramide precursor supporting skin barrier regeneration
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial properties against Cutibacterium acnes
- Highly biocompatible naturally found in human stratum corneum
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554-62-1
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