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Antimicrobial

OLIGOPEPTIDE-189

Updated
78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A synthetic 12-amino-acid antimicrobial peptide in the same family as Oligopeptides 190 and 191 — used to support skin defence. Class is safe; this specific sequence lacks public safety data.

Function

ANTIMICROBIAL

Skin benefits

  • Synthetic antimicrobial peptide
  • 12-amino-acid sequence for surface skin protection
  • Compatible with leave-on formulations

Known concerns

  • Limited public toxicology for this exact peptide
  • Possible sensitisation in atopic skin
  • Synthesis purity matters

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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