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SUMMARY
BEST | EXTREMELY SAFE TO BE USED IN PERSONAL CARE PRODUCTS | APPROVED BY REGULATORY BODIES
A useful skin conditioning agent, used typically in under-eye products to reduce the pigmentation of the under-eye skin.
WHAT IS N-HYDROXYSUCCINIMIDE?
N-Hydroxysuccinimide is a safe and synthetic ingredient whose main job is to condition the skin. It is also found in eye creams as it helps in eliminating dark circles. It is absolutely safe to be used on the skin and works well on all skin types. It is a hydrating agent, moisturizing agent, conditioning agent and also has anti-ageing benefits.
REVIEW OF N HYDROXYSUCCINIMIDE
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Name of Brand/ Organization |
Paula's Choice |
EWG |
CIR |
FDA |
EU Cosmetics Regulation |
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N-Hydroxysuccinimide is one of the most researched and reviewed ingredients. Top regulatory bodies like EWG (Environmental Working Group Skin Deep is a cosmetic database for ensuring the safety of ingredients being used in personal care products) along with popular skincare brand Paula's Choice have rated it safe for use in cosmetics, personal care products.
BENEFITS OF N-HYDROXYSUCCINIMIDE
The versatile N-Hydroxysuccinimide has the various following benefits:
- Acts as a skin conditioning agent: It makes the skin softer and smoother. It absorbs moisture which keeps the skin hydrated and makes the skin look younger.
- Eliminates the pigmentation under the eyes: It removes the blood originated pigments that are responsible for the formation of dark coloured pigmentation and inflammation that causes under eye circles.
