Hexapeptide-12

INCI: HEXAPEPTIDE-12

CAS Number
Not assigned for base peptide (Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 has supplier-specific identifiers)
Function
Skin Conditioning — elastin-derived peptide with defined sequence Val-Gly-Val-Ala-Pro-Gly
Safety Rating
GOOD

Regulatory Status

🇪🇺 EU Status permitted
🇺🇸 US Status permitted
US Notes CIR-reviewed safe in present practices of use and concentration

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Safety Data

Margin of Safety (MoS)
adequate
Dermal Absorption
low
Sensitization
none

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Expert Verdict

CIR conclusion applies only to Val-Gly-Val-Ala-Pro-Gly sequence; alternative sequence Ala-Pro-Gly-Val-Gly-Val under same INCI lacks coverage and sufficient data; moderate conjunctival irritation noted in rabbit eye study for palmitoyl derivative

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Concern Level: Moderate

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hexapeptide-12 safe in cosmetics?

CIR conclusion applies only to Val-Gly-Val-Ala-Pro-Gly sequence; alternative sequence Ala-Pro-Gly-Val-Gly-Val under same INCI lacks coverage and sufficient data; moderate conjunctival irritation noted in rabbit eye study for palmitoyl derivative The EU classifies Hexapeptide-12 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.

Is Hexapeptide-12 allowed in the EU?

Hexapeptide-12 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.

What does Hexapeptide-12 do in cosmetics?

Hexapeptide-12 functions as: Skin Conditioning — elastin-derived peptide with defined sequence Val-Gly-Val-Ala-Pro-Gly. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned for base peptide (Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-12 has supplier-specific identifiers).

What is the Margin of Safety for Hexapeptide-12?

adequate The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.

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