A synthetic peptide-like compound used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What it is
Acetylarginyltryptophyl diphenylglycine is a synthetic compound obtained by the reaction of acetic acid with the amino acids arginine and tryptophan and the non-standard amino acid phenylglycine. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of skin care products, such as serums and creams.
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 concentration actually 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.