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Skin Conditioning

PALMITOYL TRYPTAMINE

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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

A fatty-acid–conjugated tryptamine designed to anchor in skin lipids. Niche, sparsely studied — safety profile rests on class analogy to other palmitoyl amides rather than dedicated cosmetic safety data.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Lipid-soluble carrier for tryptamine moiety
  • Potential skin-conditioning effects
  • Penetration-enhancing fatty acyl design

Known concerns

  • Very limited safety literature
  • No CIR or SCCS review
  • Tryptamine derivatives can show pharmacological activity

References

EU

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.