Tetrapeptide-117
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - humectant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tetrapeptide-117 is the synthetic peptide consisting of aspartic acid, glutamic acid and leucine.
What does it do?
Tetrapeptide-117 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Skin conditioning - humectant
increases skin moisture by attracting water
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Skin conditioning - miscellaneous
improves skin condition through mechanisms not classified under the more specific emollient or humectant subcategories
EU regulatory status
Tetrapeptide-117 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 Tetrapeptide-117?
Tetrapeptide-117 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tetrapeptide-117 is the synthetic peptide consisting of aspartic acid, glutamic acid and leucine.
Is Tetrapeptide-117 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tetrapeptide-117 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tetrapeptide-117 do in cosmetic products?
Tetrapeptide-117 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - humectant, skin conditioning - miscellaneous.
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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: 16/08/2024