Allowed in EU

Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide

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

What is it?

Methoxy PEG-100 Propyl Melittin Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of methoxy PEG-100 propionaldehyde with Melittin in which the N-terminus of the protein is an amide.

What does it do?

Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide 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

EU regulatory status

Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin 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 Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide?

Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Methoxy PEG-100 Propyl Melittin Amide is the product obtained by the reaction of methoxy PEG-100 propionaldehyde with Melittin in which the N-terminus of the protein is an amide.

Is Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide do in cosmetic products?

Methoxy Peg-100 Propyl Melittin Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum.

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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