Skincare Ingredient
Save ingredients to your skin profile and we'll use them when you look up products — instantly flagging what's reactive, neutral, or works well for your skin.
Sh-Polypeptide-17
In Skincare: Is Sh-Polypeptide-17 Safe? Comedogenic Rating & Side Effects
Safety Information
Overview
Ingredient Profile
Role of Sh-Polypeptide-17
Active Cosmetic Mechanisms
SKIN CONDITIONING
Skin EnhancerMaintains skin in good condition and improves its feel
SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS
// Evidence: Skin conditioning ingredients enhance appearance, texture, and health of skin through various mechanisms. This broad category encompasses emollients, humectants, occlusives, and other agents that improve skin feel, appearance, and function. May work by moisturizing, smoothing, softening, or protecting skin. Effects include improved tactile properties, enhanced barrier function, and better overall skin condition.
Products
containing Sh-Polypeptide-17
Similar Ingredients
Ingredients with similar chemical profiles and skincare properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sh-Polypeptide-17 — common questions
What is Sh-Polypeptide-17 in skincare?
sh-Polypeptide-17 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene which codes for Interleukin 1 Alpha. It contains a maximum of 272 amino acids which may contain disulfide bonds and/or glycosylation. The protein consists of the proper sequence of the 20 standard amino acids
What does Sh-Polypeptide-17 do? / Functions of Sh-Polypeptide-17?
Common functions: SKIN CONDITIONING.
What is the comedogenic rating of Sh-Polypeptide-17? / Is Sh-Polypeptide-17 comedogenic?
The comedogenic rating of Sh-Polypeptide-17 has not been established in our database.
Does it clog pores?
Whether Sh-Polypeptide-17 clogs pores depends on the formulation and concentration.
Is Sh-Polypeptide-17 safe for skin?
The safety profile of Sh-Polypeptide-17 depends on concentration and individual skin sensitivity.
Is Sh-Polypeptide-17 good for sensitive skin?
Sh-Polypeptide-17 tolerance on sensitive skin varies by individual.
What are the side effects of Sh-Polypeptide-17 in skincare?
Known considerations: Insufficient reliable public safety/comedogenicity/irritancy data in major cosmetic safety databases; peptide ingredient generally expected low concern but lacks robust assessments.