Sh-Heptapeptide-13
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Sh-Heptapeptide-13 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to the protein, Angiotensin 1, which is derived from Angiotensinogen (AGT). It contains 7 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, histidine, isoleucine, proline, tyrosine, and valine. See Reported Ingredient Function.
What does it do?
Sh-Heptapeptide-13 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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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sh-Heptapeptide-13 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 Sh-Heptapeptide-13?
Sh-Heptapeptide-13 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Sh-Heptapeptide-13 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to the protein, Angiotensin 1, which is derived from Angiotensinogen (AGT). It contains 7 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, histidine, isoleucine, proline, tyrosine, and valine. See Reported Ingredient Function.
Is Sh-Heptapeptide-13 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Heptapeptide-13 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Heptapeptide-13 do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Heptapeptide-13 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 28/05/2014