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Skin Conditioning

SH-PENTAPEPTIDE-9

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A synthetic five-amino-acid signalling peptide ('sh-' = synthetic human-identical) used at trace levels for skin conditioning. Class is well-tolerated; this exact sequence has limited public safety literature.

Function

BLEACHINGSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Targets specific skin-protein pathways
  • Used at very low concentration
  • Synthetic grade avoids animal-source impurities

Known concerns

  • Sparse independent toxicology on this peptide
  • Efficacy claims rely largely on supplier data

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, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.