Skin Conditioning
PALMITOYL HEXAPEPTIDE-14
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A 6-amino-acid peptide capped with a palmitoyl fatty-acid tail for improved skin compatibility. Used at trace levels for skin conditioning; data is limited.
Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-14 is a synthetic hexapeptide acylated at the N-terminus with palmitic acid (C16). The lipid tail improves stability and partitioning into the lipid-rich upper stratum corneum, a strategy widely used for cosmetic peptides. It is supplied at parts-per-million levels for skin-conditioning and signaling-type benefits. There is no CIR or SCCS opinion specific to this peptide and no published GHS classification. As with related lipopeptides, irritation potential at use levels is low, but independent efficacy data is sparse. Practical risks are formulation-dependent.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
- Improved skin partitioning via lipidation
- Low irritation potential
Known concerns
- No regulatory review
- Sparse independent data
- Supplier-driven claims
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.