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Elastin-derived peptide

Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12

Cosmetic ingredientNot yet reviewedPeptide

In short: A lipid-linked repeat of an elastin sequence. Used in firmness formulas.

Regulatory status

  1. Cosmetic ingredient
  2. Research compound
  3. In clinical trials
  4. Approved medicine

Used as a topical cosmetic ingredient. Cosmetic use is not a medicinal approval, and most evidence comes from manufacturer and small panel studies.

A full research summary for this compound has not been published in the library yet. The status and class above are current.

Common questions

Is Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12 an approved medicine?

Cosmetic ingredient. Used as a topical cosmetic ingredient. Cosmetic use is not a medicinal approval, and most evidence comes from manufacturer and small panel studies.

How much human research is there on Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12?

A full research summary for this compound has not been published in the library yet. The status and class above are current.

Does UU supply Palmitoyl hexapeptide-12?

No. It appears in the library for reference only, so the field can be read in one place.

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