Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, opacifying, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Rice sh-Oligopeptide-2 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by transgenic rice, Oryza sativa , after transient expression or stable insertion of a copy of a human gene into its DNA.
What does it do?
Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Opacifying
makes a transparent or translucent formulation opaque or pearlescent
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 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 Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2?
Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Rice sh-Oligopeptide-2 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by transgenic rice, Oryza sativa , after transient expression or stable insertion of a copy of a human gene into its DNA.
Is Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 do in cosmetic products?
Rice Sh-Oligopeptide-2 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, opacifying, skin conditioning.
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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: 21/06/2016