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Sh-Oligopeptide-2

Explained

This peptide has similar properties to Sh-Oligopeptide-1.

In cosmetics, this ingredient is bioengineered to be identical to a human gene that codes for epidermal growth factor (EGF). EGF are signal molecules that simulate cell growth and healing.

There is also controversy surrounding EGF. The controversy is due to their mitogenic activity, or their ability to increase the number of cells. It is best to avoid using growth factors if you have psoriasis or are at risk of skin cancer. However, it should be noted EGF are not mutagenic - meaning they will not cause cancer.

See all 195 products with Sh-Oligopeptide-2

Users who like it
97%
Users who avoid it
3%

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin
Skin Protecting To keep skin from being damaged to a certain degree

Alternative names

Insulin-Like Growth Factor 1
Igf-1
Rh-Oligopeptide-2

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Treatments
Moisturizers
Eye Care
Position Predominant list placement
Bottom 25%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 88970
INCI Name SH-OLIGOPEPTIDE-2
All Functions Skin Conditioning, Skin Protecting