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Skin Conditioning

HEXAPEPTIDE-8

CAS 304432-12-0
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A six-amino-acid peptide (Argireline) marketed as a topical wrinkle softener. Generally well tolerated; independent efficacy results vary, but cosmetic safety is well established.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Marketed as Argireline-class wrinkle softener
  • Peptide class generally well tolerated
  • Used at very low percent
  • Long history in cosmetic use

Known concerns

  • Independent efficacy evidence is mixed
  • Mainly supplier-driven studies

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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