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Antioxidant

CAFFEOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-9

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Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A hexapeptide attached to caffeic acid — pairs polyphenol antioxidant action with peptide signalling. Strong class-level safety; the only practical caveat is occasional mild staining of light formulas from the caffeoyl group.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant from caffeic-acid moiety
  • Hexapeptide skin conditioning
  • Reduces oxidative-stress signs
  • Plant-derived chemistry

Known concerns

  • Caffeic acid can mildly stain in some bases
  • Independent cosmetic clinical data limited
  • Rare peptide allergy

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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