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Sh-Polypeptide-22

What Sh-Polypeptide-22 is & what it does

sh-Polypeptide-22 is a synthetic, bioengineered peptide (the "sh-" prefix denotes a synthetic human-identical polypeptide produced by biotechnology). In skincare it is generally used as a skin conditioning and signaling-style active, with such peptides marketed to support a smoother, firmer-looking surface. It is used at very low concentrations within targeted serums and creams. No specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.

What is sh-Polypeptide-22?

It is a synthetic, bioengineered peptide. The "sh-" prefix indicates a synthetic human-identical polypeptide produced through biotechnology rather than extracted from a plant or animal.

What does sh-Polypeptide-22 do in skincare?

It is generally used as a skin conditioning and signaling-style active, with such peptides marketed to support a smoother, firmer-looking skin surface. It is used at very low concentrations in targeted serums and creams.

Is sh-Polypeptide-22 safe?

Bioengineered peptides like this are generally considered well tolerated at the low levels used, and no specific concerns are flagged for it in this catalog.

Sunscreens with Sh-Polypeptide-22

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