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Skin Conditioning

OLIGOPEPTIDE-146

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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 synthetic 11-amino-acid peptide with cysteine and tryptophan — used as a skin conditioning active. Class is well-tolerated; cysteine residues need careful formulation to avoid oxidation.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic 11-amino-acid skin conditioning peptide
  • Cysteine and tryptophan residues for biomimetic activity
  • Compatible with leave-on formulations

Known concerns

  • Cysteine residues may oxidise on storage
  • Limited public toxicology dossier
  • Possible sensitisation

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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