Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of Aminobutyric Acid and Hexapeptide-8 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide
What does it do?
Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 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 Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide?
Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of Aminobutyric Acid and Hexapeptide-8 in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide
Is Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide do in cosmetic products?
Aminobutyroyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin protecting.
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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