Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin protecting in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Shikimoyl sh-Pentapeptide-5 is the product obtained by the reaction of Shikimic Acid (q.v.) and sh-Pentapeptide-5.
What does it do?
Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin protecting
helps shield skin from external environmental factors
EU regulatory status
Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 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 Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5?
Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Shikimoyl sh-Pentapeptide-5 is the product obtained by the reaction of Shikimic Acid (q.v.) and sh-Pentapeptide-5.
Is Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 do in cosmetic products?
Shikimoyl Sh-Pentapeptide-5 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: 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: 03/04/2013