Nonapeptide-1

What Nonapeptide-1 is & what it does

A peptide used to help even tone by limiting pigment signaling, supporting a brighter, more uniform look. It is gentle and often paired with other brighteners.

What does Nonapeptide-1 do in skincare?

Nonapeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide made of nine amino acids that is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient in cosmetics. It is often included in products that aim to support a more even-looking, well-conditioned complexion. It is typically used at very low concentrations within a broader formula.

Is Nonapeptide-1 safe?

Nonapeptide-1 is used in cosmetics as a conditioning peptide and is generally well tolerated at the low levels typical of finished products. As with any active ingredient, individual sensitivity can vary. If you have specific concerns, patch testing or speaking with a qualified professional is wise.

Is Nonapeptide-1 vegan?

Nonapeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide built from amino acid sequences rather than sourced from animals, so it is generally considered suitable for vegan formulas. Whether a finished product is vegan depends on all of its ingredients and the manufacturer's practices. Check the brand's labeling to confirm.

Sunscreens with Nonapeptide-1

We rate 22 sunscreens that contain it, showing the top 10 by overall score:

• BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm Collagen Essence Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 95/100
• BioHeal BOH Probioderm Collagen Essence Sun Cream 94/100
• K-Secret Seoul 1988 Sun : Pine Tree + Ceramide SPF 50 94/100
• BIO HEAL BOH Probioderm Collagen Tone-up Sun Cream SPF 50+ PA++++ 92/100
• ROUND LAB Birch Moisturizing Sun Stick SPF 50+ Pa++++ 91/100
• ROUND LAB Birch Juice Moisturizing Sun Stick SPF 50+ Pa++++ 91/100
• Swanicoco All Day Care Peptine Biome Suncream 90/100
• Be Minimalist Sun Relief Ceramide Silk Hydrating Sunscreen SPF 50 / Pa ++++ 90/100
• Formularx Sun Relief Ceramide Silk Sunscreen SPF 50++++ With Niacinamide And Peptide 90/100
• Formula rx Sunscreen 89/100

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