HEXAPEPTIDE-10

Substance information

Peptides are linking products of some (oligopeptides, eg 6 = hexapeptide) or many amino acids (then referred to as polypeptides or proteins).

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Function(s) of this ingredient in cosmetic products

HUMECTANT

Holds and retains moisture in cosmetic products

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Origin

synthetic

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Background information on use in cosmetics

Endogenous protein building blocks, so-called peptides, play a central role in the metabolism of the body. They signal to the body to activate the endogenous repair mechanism of the skin. This finding is used by cosmetics and peptides are frequently used in anti-ageing products (INCI: as word component peptides). Peptides are also used in haircare, eg in shampoos, conditioners and cures. They can penetrate into the inner hair structure (cortex) and strengthen the hair. In face care special active ingredient complexes are, for instance, used, in which peptides can be combined with different vitamins such as Vitamin B3, Provitamin B5 and Vitamin E as well as other care substances. These active ingredient complexes stimulate the slower regeneration of the mature skin, strengthen its structure and hence contribute towards visibly reducing wrinkles. Another peptide group is likewise used for the care of mature skin: polycollagen peptides. They consist of different peptides and collagen fragments which take over the behaviour of natural collagen fragments occurring in the skin which play an important role in the natural repair process of the skin. In care products this process is imitated. The result is a mitigation of lines and wrinkles. The complexion and the elasticity of the skin are improved.

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Belongs to the following substance groups

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Regulating cosmetics

Cosmetics Ingredients are subject to regulation. Please note, different regulations may apply to cosmetic ingredients outside the EU.