Tetrapeptide-72
INCI: TETRAPEPTIDE-72 (THE PALMITOYLATED AMIDE DERIVATIVE, PALMITOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-72 AMIDE, IS COMMERCIALLY MARKETED AS SKINARCH™)
Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Base form function "not yet specified." Palmitoyl derivative (Skinarch™) has in vivo efficacy claims but no published CIR/SCCS safety assessment. Supplier data only
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tetrapeptide-72 safe in cosmetics?
Base form function "not yet specified." Palmitoyl derivative (Skinarch™) has in vivo efficacy claims but no published CIR/SCCS safety assessment. Supplier data only The EU classifies Tetrapeptide-72 as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Tetrapeptide-72 allowed in the EU?
Tetrapeptide-72 EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Tetrapeptide-72 do in cosmetics?
Tetrapeptide-72 functions as: Function listed as "not yet specified" in COSMILE for base form . Palmitoyl derivative: boosts Mohawk homeodomain protein expression → increases collagen synthesis, enhances ECM density, wrinkle smoothing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not publicly assigned for base Tetrapeptide-72.
What is the Margin of Safety for Tetrapeptide-72?
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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