Zinc Heptapeptide-48
A cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, skin conditioning - humectant in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is the zinc salt of Heptapeptide-48.
What does it do?
Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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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
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Skin conditioning - humectant
increases skin moisture by attracting water
EU regulatory status
Zinc Heptapeptide-48 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 Zinc Heptapeptide-48?
Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is the zinc salt of Heptapeptide-48.
Is Zinc Heptapeptide-48 allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Zinc Heptapeptide-48 do in cosmetic products?
Zinc Heptapeptide-48 is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: skin conditioning - emollient, skin protecting, skin conditioning - humectant.
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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: 28/04/2025