Skin Conditioning
SH-POLYPEPTIDE-62
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A lab-made copy of Hepatocyte Growth Factor — promotes skin regeneration. Cautious tier because HGF carries a theoretical concern about stimulating dormant melanoma cells.
Function
Skin benefits
- Biosynthetic HGF analog supports skin regeneration
- Antioxidant skin conditioning support
- E. coli production gives high purity
Known concerns
- HGF activity raises theoretical concerns including melanoma stimulation
- Growth factor mechanism warrants caution
- Limited long-term cosmetic safety data
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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