Skin Conditioning
SH-DECAPEPTIDE-9
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A lab-made ten-amino-acid peptide modeled on a portion of human endorphin, used as a soothing skin-conditioning agent. Synthetic peptide with limited topical safety data and no CIR/SCCS review.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning
- Soothing and calming claims based on endorphin motif
- Synthetic origin avoids animal-derived contaminants
Known concerns
- No CIR or SCCS review
- Bioactivity claims rest on mechanism, not topical evidence
- Neuropeptide-mimetic ingredients raise theoretical bioactivity questions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
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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.