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Skin Conditioning

MYRISTOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-12

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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 myristoyl-conjugated tetrapeptide used at very low levels for skin conditioning and to nudge dermal repair pathways. Considered well-tolerated, with only a thin published dossier as the main caveat.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Skin conditioning at low use levels
  • Supports dermal structural pathways
  • Generally well tolerated

Known concerns

  • Limited published clinical safety data
  • Proprietary INCI with thin literature
  • Potential preservation challenges in formulation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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