Antioxidant
GALLOYL SH-PENTAPEPTIDE-4 AMIDE
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A galloyl-conjugated pentapeptide, combining a polyphenol-style antioxidant warhead with a signal peptide. Class shows clean dermal tolerance, used at low ppm in leave-on antioxidant serums.
Function
Skin benefits
- Free-radical quenching from galloyl moiety
- Skin conditioning via pentapeptide-4 signalling
- Useful in anti-pollution and anti-ageing formats
Known concerns
- Galloyl esters may hydrolyse during shelf-life
- Limited independent SCCS/CIR data
- Possible mild sensitisation in reactive skin
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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