Is Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru safe in cosmetics?
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: restricted.
Moderate
Active Ingredient
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru
INCI: PALMITOYL TRIPEPTIDE-38
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru (CAS 1447824-23-8) is a cosmetic active ingredient functioning as Peptide anti-aging active. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted, max 5%. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Auto-generated CPSR Part A draft with source citations
Function
Peptide anti-aging active
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Chemistry & Identifiers
IUPAC Name
(2S)-6-amino-2-[[(2S)-2-[[(2S)-6-amino-2-(hexadecanoylamino)hexanoyl]amino]-4-methylsulfonylbutanoyl]amino]hexanoic acid
InChIKey
RGXYBFJDNNODFP-AWCRTANDSA-N
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
EU Max Conc.
5%
US US Status
restricted
US Notes
CIR Expert Panel tabled the palmitoyl oligopeptides safety assessment at the March 2013 meeting pending reorganization and additional data on solid-phase peptide synthesis methods.
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru.
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Additional Ingredient Properties
5 property records from structured ingredient metadata.
anti_aging
{"anti_aging_claim": "firming, collagen-boosting", "mechanism_of_action": "Signal peptide for fibroblast activation", "target_skin_layer": "dermis", "collagen_stimulation": "Yes", "elastin_protection": "Moderate", "wrinkle_reduction_pct": "18-28", "clinical_study_duration_weeks": "8", "sample_size": "25", "double_blind": "Yes", "placebo_controlled": "Yes", "published_journal": "JOCD, Int J Pept Re…
peptide
{"cas_number": "1447824-23-8", "trade_name": "Matrixyl Synthe 6", "peptide_sequence_amino_acids": "Pal-Lys-Met-Lys", "peptide_length_residues": "3", "molecular_weight_daltons": "635.9", "peptide_class": "signal", "mechanism_of_action": "Stimulates 6 major components of dermal matrix and DEJ (collagen I/III/IV, fibronectin, hyaluronic acid, laminin-5)", "target_protein_or_receptor": "Syndecan/Integ…
stability
{"shelf_life_months": "12", "shelf_life_opened_months": "3", "storage_temp_min_c": "2", "storage_temp_max_c": "8", "light_sensitive": "moderate", "air_sensitive": "yes", "moisture_sensitive": "yes", "oxidation_prone": "no", "requires_nitrogen_blanket": "no", "stability_indicator": "moderate", "degradation_products": "fatty acid, peptide fragments", "recommended_packaging": "airless pump, refrigera…
synergy
{"inci_name_2": "Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 + Vitamin C", "synergy_type": "efficacy-boost", "synergy_description": "Wrinkle-filling with muscle relaxing and collagen support for maximum wrinkle reduction", "combined_benefit": "Superior wrinkle reduction, muscle relaxation + filling + collagen support", "efficacy_multiplier": "3.4x", "mechanism_of_action": "Synthe 6 fills wrinkles; argireline relaxes mus…
uv_stability
{"uv_stable": "yes", "uv_degradation_rate": "stable", "photosensitizer": "no", "phototoxic": "no", "photoallergic": "no", "requires_uv_protection_packaging": "yes", "color_change_uv": "no", "odor_change_uv": "no", "efficacy_loss_uv_pct": "5", "spf_contribution": "no", "uva_protection": "no", "uvb_protection": "no", "photostable_sunscreen": "no", "boost_spf_of_others": "no", "antioxidant_under_uv":…
Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru allowed in the EU?
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru EU regulatory status: permitted. Maximum allowed concentration: 5%. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru do in cosmetics?
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe'6) — Stru functions as: Peptide anti-aging active. It is classified as a Active Ingredient in our database. CAS number: 1447824-23-8.
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