Tetraacetylphytosphingosine
What Tetraacetylphytosphingosine is & what it does
Tetraacetylphytosphingosine is an acetylated derivative of phytosphingosine, a sphingolipid related to the skin's natural ceramide system. In skincare it is used as a skin-conditioning agent and is associated with supporting the skin barrier and a balanced surface feel. The acetylation improves its compatibility within oil-based and emulsion formulas. It is not a UV filter and does not contribute sun protection.
What is Tetraacetylphytosphingosine?
Tetraacetylphytosphingosine is an acetylated derivative of phytosphingosine, a sphingolipid related to the skin's natural ceramide system.
What does Tetraacetylphytosphingosine do in skincare?
It is used as a skin-conditioning agent and is associated with supporting the skin barrier and a balanced surface feel. The acetylation improves its compatibility within oil-based and emulsion formulas, and it is not a UV filter.
Is Tetraacetylphytosphingosine safe?
This sphingolipid derivative is generally considered well tolerated and barrier-friendly in skincare. No specific concerns are flagged for it in our catalog.
Sunscreens with Tetraacetylphytosphingosine
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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SNP Glutathione Niacinamide UV Filter Toning Sun Cream
95/100
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Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 Pa++++ | UV Rays & Blue Light Protection & Moisturization-
70/100
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Hyphen All I Need Sunscreen SPF 50 PA++++
68/100