Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp
A cosmetic ingredient used as not reported in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Hexapeptide-5 SP is a single chain human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein Fibronectin, and contains 6 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, proline and serine.
What does it do?
Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Not reported
function not declared in the EU CosIng database — the substance is approved for cosmetic use, but no specific role has been categorised
EU regulatory status
Sh-Hexapeptide-5 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 Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp?
Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Hexapeptide-5 SP is a single chain human peptide, produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein Fibronectin, and contains 6 amino acids consisting of arginine, aspartic acid, proline and serine.
Is Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Hexapeptide-5 Sp is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: not reported.
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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: 25/04/2019