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PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-20 AMIDE

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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 tetrapeptide amide used to condition hair fibers and improve smoothness. Lipidation aids deposition; gentle at the very low use levels typical of peptide ingredients.

Function

HAIR CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Hair-conditioning film
  • Lipidated peptide improves adsorption on fibers
  • Reduces breakage in stress tests

Known concerns

  • Sparse independent clinical data
  • Possible rare sensitization
  • Low-use-level efficacy varies by formula

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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