INCI name

SH-POLYPEPTIDE-9

sh-Polypeptide-9

A synthetic human-identical growth factor protein used as a skin-conditioning ingredient.

What it is

sh-Polypeptide-9 is a single-chain recombinant human peptide produced by fermentation in E. coli. According to CosIng, the starting gene is a synthesised copy of the human gene for vascular endothelial growth factor A (VEGF-A). CosIng lists it as a skin-conditioning agent.

Where it is used

Found in serums, ampoules, creams and masks.

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 or the activity of the protein in the finished product.

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 (17)

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