INCI name

PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-8

Palmitoyl tripeptide-8

A synthetic tripeptide linked to palmitic acid, used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

Palmitoyl tripeptide-8 is the product of the reaction of palmitic acid (a C16 fatty acid) with tripeptide-8, a synthetic peptide of three amino acids. CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in creams, serums and other skin care 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 amount 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.

Products with this ingredient (9)

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