Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
α-MSH mimetic — actively stimulates melanogenesis; reduces intracellular H₂O₂ by up to 30% ; free peptide form data is limited vs. palmitoyl derivative
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrapeptide-20 safe in cosmetics?
α-MSH mimetic — actively stimulates melanogenesis; reduces intracellular H₂O₂ by up to 30% ; free peptide form data is limited vs. palmitoyl derivative The EU classifies Tetrapeptide-20 as "permitted". Safety rating: GOOD.
Is Tetrapeptide-20 allowed in the EU?
Tetrapeptide-20 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrapeptide-20 do in cosmetics?
Tetrapeptide-20 functions as: Skin conditioning; palmitoyl form stimulates melanin production (anti-greying), antioxidant. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned for free form; Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-20 is the primary commercial derivative.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrapeptide-20?
not established 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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