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Antimicrobial

PALMITOYL S-CROCODILE OCTAPEPTIDE-1 AMIDE

Updated
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A synthetic peptide modelled on a crocodile defensin sequence — made in a lab without any animal material. Antimicrobial leaning. Held at 80 because non-human sequences slightly raise the immunogenicity flag.

Function

ANTIMICROBIALSKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial/skin conditioning potential
  • Synthetic — no animal sourcing
  • Lipid anchor aids skin penetration

Known concerns

  • Crocodile-derived sequences may carry slightly higher theoretical immunogenicity for human skin
  • Sparse public safety data on this specific peptide

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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