Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is the acetylated derivative of Hexapeptide-51 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide.
What does it do?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is the acetylated derivative of Hexapeptide-51 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide.
Is Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-51 Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 08/12/2014