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Skin Conditioning

SH-POLYPEPTIDE-38

78

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

A recombinant peptide derived from interferon-gamma (IFN-γ), an immunomodulatory cytokine, used in skincare for barrier claims. Conservatively scored — IFN-γ is pro-inflammatory in vivo.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Recombinant human IFN-gamma-derived peptide
  • Theoretical barrier-supporting potential
  • No skin penetration at peptide size

Known concerns

  • IFN-gamma is a pro-inflammatory cytokine — conservative scoring
  • Brand-proprietary efficacy data
  • Theoretical immunomodulatory effects on damaged skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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