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OCTAPEPTIDE-5

CAS -
85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

A synthetic eight-amino-acid peptide studied for its potential to modulate skin aging processes.

Octapeptide-5 is a synthetic peptide composed of eight amino acid residues including arginine, histidine, lysine, phenylalanine, and tryptophan, designed for skin-care applications targeting signs of aging. Peptides of this length function as signaling molecules or enzyme inhibitors influencing collagen and elastin metabolism. It is not subject to specific EU cosmetic restrictions.

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic peptide for skin care applications
  • Anti-aging and skin conditioning properties

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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