S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
s-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 SP is a single chain peptide consisting of arginine, isoleucine, leucine and proline. It is synthetically produced based on a sequence from S1 Type peptidase found in the octopus Hapalochlaena maculosa. The parent protein contains a maximum of 182 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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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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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp 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 S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp?
S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. s-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 SP is a single chain peptide consisting of arginine, isoleucine, leucine and proline. It is synthetically produced based on a sequence from S1 Type peptidase found in the octopus Hapalochlaena maculosa. The parent protein contains a maximum of 182 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp do in cosmetic products?
S-Octopus Pentapeptide-1 Sp is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, humectant, skin 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: 23/10/2019