Sh-Polypeptide-156
Used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, antioxidant, astringent, skin conditioning, emollient, hair conditioning, humectant and skin conditioning, humectant. sh-Polypeptide-156 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene which is a synthesized copy of the human gene that codes for Growth/Differentiation Factor 8, is used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 371 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
The chemical behind this ingredient
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sh-Polypeptide-156 used for in cosmetics?
Sh-Polypeptide-156 is used in cosmetic products as antimicrobial, antioxidant, astringent, skin conditioning, emollient, hair conditioning, humectant and skin conditioning, humectant. sh-Polypeptide-156 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene which is a synthesized copy of the human gene that codes for Growth/Differentiation Factor 8, is used as such or adapted to the production host. It contains a maximum of 371 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids.
Is Sh-Polypeptide-156 restricted in cosmetics in the EU?
No EU restriction annex is recorded for Sh-Polypeptide-156 in our records. Rules change and differ by market, so always check the current regulation before you formulate.