Antioxidant
THIOCTOYL DIPEPTIDE-36 AMIDE PEG-2 ETHYLAMINE
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
A lipoic-acid-tagged dipeptide with a small PEG amine, designed as a skin antioxidant signal. Disulfide groups are reactive — class is bioactive but lightly studied in cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Alpha-lipoic acid conjugated to a short peptide
- Antioxidant signaling
- Targeted dermal delivery
Known concerns
- Disulfide chemistry can be reactive
- Limited cosmetic safety review
- Potential for sensitization in some users
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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