Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is a single chain synthetic fusion peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sh-Polypeptide-1 (q.v.), with Nonapeptide-29 (q.v.), acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
What does it do?
Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 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-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29?
Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is a single chain synthetic fusion peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized by the fusion of the gene from sh-Polypeptide-1 (q.v.), with Nonapeptide-29 (q.v.), acids and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 do in cosmetic products?
Sh-Polypeptide-1 Nonapeptide-29 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning, skin conditioning - emollient, 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: 19/11/2014