Allowed in EU

Heptapeptide-33

A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, antioxidant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Heptapeptide-33 is the synthetic peptide containing arginine, lysine, phenylalanine, tryptophan and tyrosine.

What does it do?

Heptapeptide-33 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Anti-sebum

    helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Skin conditioning

    improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin

EU regulatory status

Heptapeptide-33 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 Heptapeptide-33?

Heptapeptide-33 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Heptapeptide-33 is the synthetic peptide containing arginine, lysine, phenylalanine, tryptophan and tyrosine.

Is Heptapeptide-33 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Heptapeptide-33 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Heptapeptide-33 do in cosmetic products?

Heptapeptide-33 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, antioxidant, 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: 17/08/2016