Ingredient

sh-oligopeptide-2

Low risk

FunctionPeptide

What it is

sh-Oligopeptide-2 is a biotech-derived peptide (the "sh-" prefix indicates it is produced by fermentation rather than extracted). It is used as a skin- and scalp-conditioning peptide.

What it does

It is marketed in the context of signalling peptides that support the look of skin and, in scalp products, a healthier-looking environment for hair. Any such benefits are cosmetic and appearance-level rather than proven medical effects.

Typical use

Found at very low levels in serums, scalp treatments and anti-ageing products, usually within a peptide blend.

Safety

Graded low risk as a cosmetic peptide with no notable irritation history at use levels. Patch-test a new product if your skin is reactive. This is general information, not medical advice.

Why we grade it Low: Low risk - cosmetic peptide with no notable irritation history at use levels.
Cross-reference

Found in these DHALIORA products

Found in 0 DHALIORA products

Not currently in any DHALIORA product.

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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