Peptide / synthetic oligopeptide
OLIGOPEPTIDE-74
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A short synthetic oligopeptide used as a skin-conditioning agent in cosmetic formulations, typically dosed at sub-percent levels in serums and targeted treatments alongside other peptide and lipid actives.
Function
Skin benefits
- Short synthetic peptide class with generally good cutaneous tolerance
- Typically positioned for skin-conditioning and signaling effects
- Used at trace concentrations, very low systemic burden
- Peptide framework reviewed broadly by CIR with no class-wide red flags
Known concerns
- Sequence and detailed mechanism not publicly available
- Efficacy support largely from supplier in vitro studies
- Possible residual synthesis impurities at lower purity
- Hydrolytic stability varies with formulation pH and packaging
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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.