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Humectant

PYROGLUTAMYL DIPEPTIDE-26

86

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

A dipeptide capped with pyroglutamic acid — a natural component of skin's moisturising factor. Inherits PCA's humectant safety and adds peptide signalling. No notable concerns at cosmetic levels.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING - MISCELLANEOUS

Skin benefits

  • Skin-identical pyroglutamic acid moiety
  • Natural moisturising factor support
  • Mild humectant/conditioning
  • Compatible with sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Limited independent clinical data
  • Rare peptide allergy possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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