Skin Conditioning
PALMITOYL PENTAPEPTIDE-17
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A palmitic-acid-anchored pentapeptide for anti-ageing claims. Class behaviour of palmitoyl pentapeptides (Matrixyl-style) is consistently low-risk; cosmetic safety is well established by analogy at typical use levels.
Function
Skin benefits
- Anti-aging signalling
- Lipid anchor improves penetration
- Conditioning effect
- Low irritation profile
Known concerns
- Independent efficacy data limited
- Rare peptide allergy possible
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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