Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, astringent, chelating in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide is a 14 amino acid protein fragment in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide, and it is produced synthetically to be identical to a fragment of the human protein, Sperm Protamine P1. The protein contains a maximum of 51 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide 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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Astringent
tightens or contracts skin tissue and pores, often used in toners and after-shave products
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Chelating
binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide 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-Oligopeptide-75 Amide?
Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide is a 14 amino acid protein fragment in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide, and it is produced synthetically to be identical to a fragment of the human protein, Sperm Protamine P1. The protein contains a maximum of 51 amino acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Oligopeptide-75 Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, astringent, chelating, 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: 25/03/2014