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The possible function of SULTR1;2 (Zhang et al., 2014) as a sulfate sensor is intriguing, particularly as the Chlamydomonas regulator of S-starvation response, SAC1, is similar to SULTR of the SLC13 group (Takahashi et al., 2011a)

As with any active, patch testing on a small area before full-face use is prudent, and anyone with very reactive skin or a known copper sensitivity should be cautious