Ingredient

Copper Tetrapeptide-52 Dimer

Low risk

FunctionPeptide

What it is — Copper Tetrapeptide-52 Dimer (INCI: Copper Tetrapeptide-52 Dimer) is a synthetic copper-complexed peptide used as a conditioning ingredient for skin and hair.

What it does — As a peptide it is commonly used to support a smoother, better-conditioned surface feel. It is used at low concentrations as a supporting active rather than a primary one.

Typical use — Found in serums, ampoules, scalp treatments and targeted leave-on products.

Who it suits / good to know — Broadly suitable for those wanting peptide-supported conditioning. It combines well with humectants and other peptides. As with most peptides, benefits are gradual and cosmetic.

Safety — Graded low risk; used at low concentrations with no notable sensitization concern reported. This is general information, not medical advice. Patch-test if you have a known peptide or copper sensitivity.

Cross-reference

Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 1 DHALIORA product

COSNORI 8GROW Anti-Hairloss Pro-Vitamin B5 Hair Tonic COSNORI 8GROW Anti-Hairloss Pro-Vitamin B5 Hair TonicScreening 9.3
How grades are set — Risk reflects our own reading of publicly available safety data, an EWG-style reading shown at the worst-case grade we've assigned this ingredient across products. It isn't a third party's proprietary score, and it isn't medical advice. Always read the packaging and patch-test where indicated.
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