Superoxide Dismutase
AKA “SOD, Cu/Zn-SOD”
Synthetic
Ingredient Facts
Superoxide dismutase
AKA: SOD, Cu/Zn-SOD
Synthetic · Antioxidant · EWG: 1
Synthetic
Antioxidant
Skin Conditioner
Enzyme
Enzymatic Antioxidant
Synthetic
Clean
A powerful antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage and helps maintain a healthy, conditioned complexion.
CAS #
9054-89-1
Form
Powder
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Functions
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Reducing
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks in moisture
Neutralizes free radicals
Traditional Use
Discovered in 1969 as an enzyme that neutralizes free radicals in cells; adopted in skincare in the 1980s-1990s as an anti-aging and antioxidant ingredient to protect skin from oxidative stress.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Sun Damage
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Discovery Starter Pack
Goldfaden MD
Balance + Support Duo
Marie Veronique
The Resilient Skin Edit
Marie Veronique
Essential Face Wipes
Ursa Major
The New Tendency Duo
Nécessaire
The New Tendency Complete Set
Nécessaire
The Body Essentials
Nécessaire
The Body Wash Discovery Collection
Nécessaire
Fantastic Face Wash Two-Pack
Ursa Major
Fantastic Face Wash Traveler
Ursa Major
Essential Face Tonic
Ursa Major
Fantastic Face Wash
Ursa Major
Spot Intensive
Marie Veronique
Replenishing Oil Cleanser
Marie Veronique
Control Serum
Marie Veronique
COLORFREE ZINC Broad Spectrum Sunscreen | SPF 32
Marie Veronique
Barrier Restore Serum
Marie Veronique
COLORFREE Zinc Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 32
Credo Beauty
The Body Lotion 70 ml | Multi-Peptide | Olibanum
Nécessaire
The Body Wash 100 ml | Multi-Enzyme | Olibanum
Nécessaire
Verified Feb 2026
Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR