Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is the product obtained by the reaction of Thioctic Acid and Tetrapeptide-3
What does it do?
Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 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
EU regulatory status
Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 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 Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3?
Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is the product obtained by the reaction of Thioctic Acid and Tetrapeptide-3
Is Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 do in cosmetic products?
Thioctoyl Tetrapeptide-3 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant.
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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: 09/03/2016