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Skin Conditioning

OCTAPEPTIDE-38

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A proprietary 8-amino-acid peptide marketed for skin firming claims. No public independent safety data; default-down rating.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Marketed for skin signaling / firming
  • Low irritation at typical use levels

Known concerns

  • No CIR/SCCS opinion published
  • Sequence and target undisclosed
  • No GHS or PubChem profile

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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