Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
⚠ Protein buildup possible if overused. No photosensitivity concerns. Color-safe. Vegan/cruelty-free production via recombinant synthesis
Frequently Asked Questions
Is SH-Oligopeptide-78 safe in cosmetics?
⚠ Protein buildup possible if overused. No photosensitivity concerns. Color-safe. Vegan/cruelty-free production via recombinant synthesis The EU classifies SH-Oligopeptide-78 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is SH-Oligopeptide-78 allowed in the EU?
SH-Oligopeptide-78 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does SH-Oligopeptide-78 do in cosmetics?
SH-Oligopeptide-78 functions as: Hair Conditioning; Cleansing; Skin Conditioning. This is K18's proprietary K18PEPTIDE™ — a synthetic recombinant decapeptide corresponding to type II Keratin. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly listed in CosIng.
What is the Margin of Safety for SH-Oligopeptide-78?
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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