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Antioxidant

DECAPEPTIDE-6

83

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A synthetic 10-amino-acid peptide that helps neutralize free radicals and protect skin from environmental damage. Like other small cosmetic peptides, it has a strong tolerance profile at use levels.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTSKIN PROTECTING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant activity neutralizes free radicals
  • Skin protection from environmental damage
  • Used in anti-aging formulations

Known concerns

  • Limited independent published efficacy data
  • Theoretical residual synthesis impurities

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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