Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 is the product obtained by the reaction of Caffeic Acid and Hexapeptide-50.
What does it do?
Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 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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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
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Uv filter
absorbs or reflects ultraviolet radiation, the active ingredient class in sunscreens
EU regulatory status
Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 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 Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50?
Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 is the product obtained by the reaction of Caffeic Acid and Hexapeptide-50.
Is Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 do in cosmetic products?
Caffeoyl Hexapeptide-50 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting, uv filter.
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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: 30/04/2013