Skin Conditioning
PALMITOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-118
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A pentapeptide bonded to palmitic acid for better skin penetration, used to support firmness and reduce visible aging. The lipopeptide class has decades of safe cosmetic use.
Function
Skin benefits
- Anti-aging skin signaling
- Improved penetration via lipid tail
- Low sensitization risk
Known concerns
- Variant-specific clinical data is limited
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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