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Pregnenolone acetate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS number: 1778-02-5; pregn-5-en-3β-ol-20-one 3β-acetate; Pregnenolone acetate

Definition
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Pregnenolone is an intermediate in the biosynthesis of pogesterone from cholesterol and in the biosynthesis of androgens. Its acetic acid ester, Pregnenolone acetate is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a skin care product.

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The substance was offered in a 1% formulation as a topical anti-aging product.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020