Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide is a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Osteopontin and contains 19 amino acids. Osteopontin contains a maximum of 314 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide 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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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
EU regulatory status
Sh-Oligopeptide-83 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-83 Amide?
Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide is a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Osteopontin and contains 19 amino acids. Osteopontin contains a maximum of 314 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Oligopeptide-83 Amide is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient.
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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: 01/09/2016