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Skin Conditioning

DECAPEPTIDE-4

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A synthetic 10-amino-acid peptide used at trace levels for skin conditioning and anti-aging claims. Peptides of this size are generally well tolerated; INCI-specific clinical data is limited.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic 10-amino-acid peptide
  • Skin conditioning support
  • Used at trace cosmetic levels
  • Peptide class generally well tolerated

Known concerns

  • Limited published efficacy data
  • Synthesis impurity controls needed
  • Long-term safety data emerging
  • Often under-dosed in finished products

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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