Superoxide Dismutase
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Summary
Works for
- Anti-inflammatory
- Moisturizing
- Anti-oxidation
Irritancy risk
1
LowAn antioxidant enzyme that is naturally present in skin. It can help support skin barrier function and reduce inflammation in skin. It is used in topical medications for inflammatory skin conditions including atopic dermatitis (eczema) and psoriasis. There are three types of natural Superoxide Dismutase in human skin. The compound used in topical treatments and cosmetics are mimics of typically one of these natural variants
Products with Superoxide Dismutase
Radical SkincareAdvanced Peptide Antioxidant Serum Deluxe Size mLhexapeptide-9niacinamideascorbyl glucoside +17 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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Revision SkincareAdvanced Pigment Corrector+ ™acetyl hexapeptide-1niacinamidetetrahexyldecyl ascorbate +20 actives
Evens skin tone Moisturizing +3
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Dr. Bailey Skin CareExtremely Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanserretinyl palmitateglycerincamellia sinensis leaf extract +8 actives
Cleansing
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SBSEven Intensive Skin Tone Correcting Serum | skinbetter scienceniacinamideVitamin Cglycolic acid +16 actives
Evens skin tone Moisturizing +4
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WhishRepairing Eye Cream With Bakuchiolbakuchiolanhydroxylitolceramide ng +19 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +2
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Dr Dennis GrossDRx BioRejuvenation Serumniacinamidelactobionic acidretinol +45 actives
Anti-aging Exfoliation +4
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PEACH & LILYAdvanced Rebound Bioglow Zombie Cream™oligopeptide-3hexapeptide-11oligopeptide-1 +28 actives
Anti-aging Moisturizing +1
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whishbeautyCoconut Milk + Verbena Hand Remedyniacinamideglycolic acidceramide ng +8 actives
Exfoliation Moisturizing +3
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NécessaireThe Body Vitamin C - Radiance Serum With THD Ascorbateniacinamidetetrahexyldecyl ascorbatepotassium azeloyl diglycinate +4 actives
Evens skin tone Anti-oxidation +3
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Colleen Rothschild BeautyPrep Hydrate Milky Essenceniacinamidepanthenolceramide ng +10 actives
Moisturizing Anti-oxidation +3
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Scientific sources
- A novel efficient and safe treatment for atopic dermatitis: Topical superoxide dismutase (SOD).
- Novel topical agent containing superoxide dismutase 100 000 IU and 4% of plant extracts as a mono-therapy for atopic dermatitis
- Copper/Zinc Superoxide Dismutase in Human Skin: Current Knowledge
- https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/j.1346-8138.1990.tb01702.x
- The role of superoxide dismutase (SOD) in skin disorders
- Topical formulations with superoxide dismutase: Influence of formulation composition on physical stability and enzymatic activity
- Skin protective effects of RM191A, a novel superoxide dismutase mimetic
Similar ingredients
Anti-inflammatory
Acetyl Dipeptide-1 Cetyl EsterA type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinklesAllantoinHelps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydratedAvena Sativa Kernel ExtractAn effective moisturizing and skin barrier repair ingredient. Helps calm down inflammation and has some anti-oxidant propertiesCentella Asiatica ExtractA plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
Moisturizing
1-Trimethyl-2-Cyclohexenyl-1-Penten-3-OneAcetyl GlucosamineAn effective moisturizing ingredient that also has been shown to be effective in evening out the skin tone and reducing hyperpigmentation. It can help somewhat reduce wrinkles in skinAhnfeltia Concinna ExtractAn algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin. Also used to create a thicker product texture
Anti-oxidation
Ascorbic AcidThe most well-researched antioxidant that works in skin. Helps neutralize free radicals supporting collagen production, helping to even out the skin tone and preventing early signs of agingRetinolTwo steps removed from the active form of vitamin A - retinoic acid. Once converted to the retinoic acid in the skin, retinol is proven to be effective against all signs of aging. It improves skin cell turnover, helps fight blemishes and clogged pores, can regulate excess oil production and even skin tone. It can, however, be quite irritatingEthylbisiminomethylguaiacol Manganese ChlorideA potent anti-oxidant that can help neutralize free radicals in skin and protect from harmful effects of sun exposure, even though more studies are needed to confirm its effectiveness in topical applications