Conditioning Agent
OLIGOPEPTIDE-74
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A synthetic peptide containing nine standard amino acids that supports skin conditioning, similar in profile to other cosmetic oligopeptides but with a shorter track record.
Oligopeptide-74 is a synthetic 11-amino-acid peptide including glutamine, glycine, histidine, leucine, lysine, methionine, serine, threonine and tyrosine. It is listed in the CosIng database with a skin conditioning function and is not subject to EU restrictions. Its PubChem CID (169449959) confirms chemical identity, but specific toxicological endpoint studies for this sequence are not publicly available.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning and maintenance
- May support cellular repair processes analogous to similar peptide sequences
Known concerns
- Limited peer-reviewed safety data specific to this peptide
- Potential for sensitisation at high use levels
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.