RIBOSE is graded A (Safe) by Expert·ING, based on COSING, FDA regulatory data.

RIBOSE

Safety grade: A

Ribose is a simple sugar that occurs naturally in living cells and is also found in some foods. In skincare, it works to help your skin retain moisture and maintain a healthy, hydrated appearance.

Ribose acts as a humectant to draw moisture into the skin and condition it, helping improve skin hydration and suppleness.

Graded using: COSING, FDA.

Last verified: May 26, 2026

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