Antimicrobial
DECAPEPTIDE-54 AMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A leucine, lysine and tryptophan-rich decapeptide with targeted antimicrobial activity against the skin bacteria implicated in acne. Generally well-tolerated; limited independent data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Targeted antimicrobial activity (C. acnes, S. epidermidis)
- Skin conditioning support
- Useful in acne-prone formulas
- Low irritation profile
Known concerns
- Limited published clinical data
- Proprietary peptide
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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