Cyanocobalamin

Excellente

Antioxidante

Cyanocobalamin at a glance

  • Synthetic form of Vitamin B12
  • Helps relieve sensitive and stressed skin
  • Protects against skin barrier damage

Cyanocobalamin description

Cyanocobalamin is a synthetic form of vitamin B12 (aka cobalamin), an important water-soluble vitamin that the body needs but cannot produce. Within the body, vitamin B12 is involved in red blood cell production, brain and nerve health and DNA synthesis. Naturally found in liver, oily fish, eggs and dairy products, this vitamin is also and most often used in oral supplements to treat vitamin deficiencies. Some foods, such as breads and cereals, are fortified with this essential nutrient. Vitamin B12 levels are linked to skin, hair, and nail health; indeed, people who have B12 deficiencies — or sometimes excess levels of this vitamin — can experience health complications, including acne. For skin, both oral and topical cyanocobalamin have been used to help prevent or reduce the occurrence of dermatological conditions such as atopic dermatitis and psoriasis, because of this vitamin’s ability to counter factors within skin that cause signs of irritation, especially for people with dry, itchy, or scaly skin. Studies from a major supplier of this ingredient in cosmetics plus additional independent research have shined a light on vitamin B12’s helpful role in defending skin from external stressors (including UV light) and supporting the skin’s microbiome. However, more research needs to be completed and this ingredient is not an approved UV active. Commercial vitamin B12 is mainly produced through bacterial fermentation. Use levels of cyanocobalamin in cosmetics typically range from 0.5–5%.

Cyanocobalamin references

  • Journal of Clinical and Aesthetic Dermatology, March 2024, pages 34–41
  • International Wound Journal, February 2023, pages 516-528
  • American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, February 2015, pages 27-33
  • British Journal of Dermatology, May 2004, pages 977-983

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this dictionary. Regulations regarding constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

Calificaciones de ingredientes

Excelente

Ingrediente sobresaliente con beneficios reales para la piel. Su eficacia está demostrada y respaldada por estudios independientes.

Bueno

Aunque no son tan beneficiosos como los de la categoría excelente, suelen ser necesarios para mejorar la textura, la estabilidad o la absorción de una fórmula.

Aceptable

Puede presentar ciertas limitaciones en cuanto a su apariencia, estabilidad o eficacia. A veces, son ingredientes básicos o que no cuentan con suficiente respaldo científico.

Poco recomendable

Aunque puede ofrecer algunos beneficios se recomienda evitarlo por su probabilidad de causar irritación, especialmente si se combina con otros ingredientes problemáticos.

Desaconsejable

Ha demostrado provocar efectos adversos como irritación, inflamación o sequedad, especialmente si se utiliza en altas concentraciones o junto con otros ingredientes irritantes.

Desconocido

No hemos encontrado este ingrediente en nuestro diccionario. Registramos todos los ingredientes desconocidos y actualizamos la información de forma continua.

Sin calificar

Ingrediente registrado, pero con la información científica disponible pendiente de revisar.