Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is the product obtained by the reaction of Retinoic Acid and Pentapeptide-4.
What does it do?
Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 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 Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4?
Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is the product obtained by the reaction of Retinoic Acid and Pentapeptide-4.
Is Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 do in cosmetic products?
Retinoyl Pentapeptide-4 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 26/02/2013