Sh-Oligopeptide-88
A cosmetic ingredient used as anti-sebum, hair conditioning, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Oligopeptide-88 is a single chain human peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli and contains 17 amino acids. The starting gene is a synthesized copy of the human gene which codes for C-type Natriuretic Peptides used as such or adapted to the production host. C-type Natriuretic Peptides contains a maximum of 126 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-88 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Anti-sebum
helps regulate or reduce excess sebum (oil) on the skin
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
EU regulatory status
Sh-Oligopeptide-88 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-88?
Sh-Oligopeptide-88 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Oligopeptide-88 is a single chain human peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli and contains 17 amino acids. The starting gene is a synthesized copy of the human gene which codes for C-type Natriuretic Peptides used as such or adapted to the production host. C-type Natriuretic Peptides contains a maximum of 126 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-88 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Oligopeptide-88 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Oligopeptide-88 do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Oligopeptide-88 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: anti-sebum, hair conditioning, humectant.
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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: 18/04/2018