R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
r-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in Pichia pastoris. The starting gene is directly isolated from Leucosporidium which codes for Antifreeze Protein. The protein contains a maximum of 261 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-seborrheic
helps regulate excess sebum production on skin and scalp
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Antimicrobial
kills or inhibits the growth of microorganisms
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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
R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 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 R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1?
R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. r-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant protein produced by fermentation in Pichia pastoris. The starting gene is directly isolated from Leucosporidium which codes for Antifreeze Protein. The protein contains a maximum of 261 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 do in cosmetic products?
R-Leucosporidium Polypeptide-1 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-seborrheic, antimicrobial, 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: 13/03/2014