Ingredient

sh-pentapeptide-19

Low risk

FunctionPeptide

What it is

sh-Pentapeptide-19 is a biotech-derived peptide made by fermentation, used for its skin-conditioning properties.

What it does

It is included to support smoother, better-conditioned-looking skin within peptide-based formulas. These are cosmetic, appearance-level benefits.

Typical use

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

Safety

Graded low risk as a cosmetic peptide with no notable irritation history at use levels. Patch-test 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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