Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, hair conditioning, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 is the product obtained by the reaction of Caffeic Acid (q.v.) and Pentapeptide-20 (q.v
What does it do?
Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 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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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 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 Pentapeptide-20?
Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 is the product obtained by the reaction of Caffeic Acid (q.v.) and Pentapeptide-20 (q.v
Is Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 do in cosmetic products?
Caffeoyl Pentapeptide-20 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, hair conditioning, 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: 02/05/2013