What it is: Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is a synthetic human epidermal growth factor which is used in cosmetic products as it acts as an anti-wrinkle and anti-aging agent, it also has wound healing properties.

Mode of usage pertaining to the discussion below: Topical application in cosmetics and personal care products.

Safety Profile (Based on regional guidelines):

Safety in special situations:

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by pregnant women based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by nursing mothers based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided in baby products based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by children based on currently available data

Not listed as an ingredient to be carcinogenic or mutagenic based on currently available data

Note:

• EGF used in CHOSEN® products has been tested to be non-carcinogenic, certified by the Centre for Cruelty-free Testing (MIET, Meerut).

Environmental and Ecological Concerns:

Attributes:

Not listed as an ingredient to be comedogenic based on currently available data

Note:

• Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is not listed as an ingredient to be avoided by persons with acne prone or sensitive skin based on currently available data

Conclusion
Sh-Oligopeptide-1 is safe as per the current practice of use.

Reference

1. Martínez-Carpio PA. Cutan Ocul Toxicol.

Disclaimer: The above information is based on ongoing toxicology research at CHOSEN®’s R&D. We will do our best to update the information as and when the latest studies are available. If you have any inputs regarding the above information, please email us at ingredients@chosenstore.in