Tripeptide-130 Hcl
A cosmetic ingredient used as antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Tripeptide-130 HCl is the hydrochloride salt of Tripeptide-130.
What does it do?
Tripeptide-130 Hcl 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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Skin conditioning - emollient
softens the skin by reducing roughness and friction between skin cells
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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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
Tripeptide-130 Hcl 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 Tripeptide-130 Hcl?
Tripeptide-130 Hcl is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Tripeptide-130 HCl is the hydrochloride salt of Tripeptide-130.
Is Tripeptide-130 Hcl allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Tripeptide-130 Hcl is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Tripeptide-130 Hcl do in cosmetic products?
Tripeptide-130 Hcl is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: antioxidant, skin conditioning - emollient, humectant, 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: 30/04/2025