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:
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Antioxidant
neutralises free radicals to slow oxidative damage to the formulation or skin
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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-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