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Cosmetic ingredient (INCI)

Sh-Pentapeptide-12 Sp

Used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning. sh-Pentapeptide-12 SP is a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Titin, and contains 5 amino acids consisting of isoleucine, leucine, lysine and phenylalanine. The parent protein contains a maximum of 34,350 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sh-Pentapeptide-12 Sp used for in cosmetics?

Sh-Pentapeptide-12 Sp is used in cosmetic products as skin conditioning. sh-Pentapeptide-12 SP is a single chain human peptide produced synthetically to be identical to a portion of the protein, Titin, and contains 5 amino acids consisting of isoleucine, leucine, lysine and phenylalanine. The parent protein contains a maximum of 34,350 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation, and consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.

Is Sh-Pentapeptide-12 Sp restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

No EU restriction annex is recorded for Sh-Pentapeptide-12 Sp in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.