Amino-acid osmolyte – protects keratinocytes from osmotic and oxidative stress. Pregnancy-safe.
Topical application
CWeak evidence. In vitro data, open-label studies, or expert consensus.
Osmolyte with mild protective action. Moderate evidence.
Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino-acid osmolyte. INCI: Taurine. In skin it stabilizes keratinocyte membranes under osmotic stress and has mild antioxidant action. Used in products for sensitive and dehydrated skin. Use levels run from 0.5 to 3%. Pregnancy-safe.
Irritation potential
LowAllergen risk
LowPregnancy
SafeSuitable for
Taurine is considered safe during pregnancy at typical cosmetic concentrations. Systemic absorption through the skin is minimal.
Taurine suits: normal, dry, combination, oily, sensitive.
Amino-acid osmolyte – protects keratinocytes from osmotic and oxidative stress.
On the Fulton scale 0/5 – non-comedogenic. For acne-prone skin, a rating of 3 or higher suggests choosing an alternative.
The INCI name is Taurine. It may also appear as: таурин.
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