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Antioxidant

3,4-DIHYDROXYBENZOYL DIPEPTIDE-49 AMIDE

82

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A bioactive dipeptide attached to a catechol (dihydroxybenzoyl) group — combines antioxidant power with skin conditioning. Generally safe; the catechol can oxidize and rarely sensitize skin.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - EMOLLIENTHUMECTANTSKIN CONDITIONINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Catechol group provides potent antioxidant activity
  • Dipeptide moiety adds humectant and conditioning effect
  • Useful in anti-aging and brightening formulas

Known concerns

  • Catechols can oxidize and discolor — formulation/packaging matters
  • Catechol moiety may sensitize a small subset of users
  • Sequence-specific safety data limited

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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