Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40
What does it do?
Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 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 Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40?
Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40
Is Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 do in cosmetic products?
Palmitoyl Octapeptide-40 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 12/10/2020