Skin Conditioning
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-6
Safety score · 0–100
Good
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A lab-made copy of human Interleukin-10 — an anti-inflammatory signaling protein. Used at minute cosmetic doses for soothing skin conditioning, with no documented cosmetic concerns.
Function
Skin benefits
- Biosynthetic IL-10 analog for skin conditioning
- Anti-inflammatory cytokine signaling
- High-purity E. coli production
- Hydrating humectant action
Known concerns
- IL-10 is an immunomodulating cytokine — biological potency warrants awareness
- Limited public cosmetic safety data
- Possible immunogenicity from residual host proteins
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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