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Oligopeptide-28

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, binding, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

Oligopeptide-28 is a synthetic peptide containing 12 amino acids consisting of alanine, arginine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, proline, and serine

What does it do?

Oligopeptide-28 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

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

  • Binding

    holds the components of a formulation together, especially in pressed powders and compact makeup

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Oligopeptide-28 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 Oligopeptide-28?

Oligopeptide-28 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Oligopeptide-28 is a synthetic peptide containing 12 amino acids consisting of alanine, arginine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, lysine, proline, and serine

Is Oligopeptide-28 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Oligopeptide-28 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Oligopeptide-28 do in cosmetic products?

Oligopeptide-28 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, binding, chelating, skin protecting.

What is the CAS number of Oligopeptide-28?

The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Oligopeptide-28 is -.

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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: 15/10/2010