Allowed in EU

Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35

A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, chelating, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.

What is it?

sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is a synthetic peptide containing eight amino acids consisting of sh-Pentapeptide-5 and Tripeptide-35.

What does it do?

Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:

  • Antioxidant

    neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin

  • Chelating

    binds metal ions to prevent them from interfering with formulation stability

  • Skin protecting

    helps shield skin from external environmental factors

EU regulatory status

Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 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-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35?

Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is a synthetic peptide containing eight amino acids consisting of sh-Pentapeptide-5 and Tripeptide-35.

Is Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?

Yes. Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.

What does Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 do in cosmetic products?

Sh-Pentapeptide-5 Tripeptide-35 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, 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: 26/03/2014