INCI name

ACETYL HEPTAPEPTIDE-9

Acetyl heptapeptide-9

A synthetic acetylated peptide used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Acetyl heptapeptide-9 is the reaction product of acetic acid and heptapeptide-9, a peptide made of seven amino acids. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in serums, creams and eye products.

Limits of interpretation

The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.

The label does not show the amino acid sequence or the concentration used.

Functions

Skin conditioning
Maintaining the skin in good condition.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Scientific opinions (SCCS)

Opinions of the EU Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety that mention this ingredient. They assess specific uses and concentrations; read the opinion for its scope.

Products with this ingredient (11)

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