Conditioning Agent
OLIGOPEPTIDE-196
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic peptide with 34 amino acids — designed for skin conditioning. Relatively long for a cosmetic peptide, with limited published safety data. Likely well-tolerated but still new and not widely studied.
Oligopeptide-196 is a synthetic peptide comprising 34 amino acids (alanine, arginine, asparagine, aspartic acid, cysteine, glutamic acid, glycine, histidine, leucine, lysine, proline, serine, threonine, tyrosine, and valine) used as a skin conditioning agent. At 34 residues, it is near the upper boundary of 'oligopeptide' classification. The cysteine content suggests potential for disulfide bonding and structural complexity. No GHS hazard classifications. Peptides of this class generally show good biocompatibility, but the specific biological activity and safety profile of this particular sequence has limited published data.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
- Peptide-class — generally biocompatible
- May support skin repair and barrier function
Known concerns
- Very limited published safety data
- Specific biological activity not well-characterized in peer-reviewed literature
- Cysteine residues could theoretically cause sensitization in rare cases
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve — always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.