Acetyl Hexapeptide-7
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Alanine, synthetic hexapeptide with arginine, histidine, methylnorleucine, phenylalanine and tryptophan, acetyl derivatives; Acetyl hexapeptide-7 is the reaction product of acetic acid and hexapeptide-7
What does it do?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 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-7?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Alanine, synthetic hexapeptide with arginine, histidine, methylnorleucine, phenylalanine and tryptophan, acetyl derivatives; Acetyl hexapeptide-7 is the reaction product of acetic acid and hexapeptide-7
Is Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin protecting.
What is the CAS number of Acetyl Hexapeptide-7?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetyl Hexapeptide-7 is -.
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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: 15/10/2010