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Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 is listed in CosIng with the formula role skin conditioning.
- INCI name
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
A single molecular structure has not been verified for this record.
Its role in a formula
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
- Skin conditioningleaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for
Recorded formula roles, not a prediction of a finished product’s results.
About the sourcesAbout Acetyl Hexapeptide-1: what the sources say
What is Acetyl Hexapeptide-1?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 is reaction product of Alanine, arginine, histidine, leucine, phenylalanine and tryptophane hexapeptide with acetic acid
European Commission CosIng · ingredient identityWhat is it used for in a formula?
The source lists these formulation categories. Their meanings describe cosmetic roles, not a tested result for every product.
- skin conditioning
- An ingredient in this category leaves skin feeling smoother or better cared for.
What reading is available?
- 2 beauty articles
- 2 research papers
Compiled from the sources linked above. Source authors have not reviewed beautydew labs. Related reading and formulation classifications do not establish a finished product’s effectiveness, suitability, concentration or safety.
Evidence and limits for Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
The listed functions explain its role in a formula. They do not establish whether a finished product will suit your skin.
No reviewed benefit claim is available here yet. Compare the complete formula, its directions, and your own skin preferences.
What a CosIng listing meansBeauty reading & sources
Beauty articles & blogs (2)
Further reading from beauty writers and cosmetic formulators.
- Facial Tan Product Review: Hylamide, St Tropez, Tan-Luxe, Hand Chemistry | Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Beauty science blog; affiliate links and sponsorships may be present.
- Fake Tan reviews: St Tropez In-Shower Tan and Hand Chemistry Glow Oil | Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Lab Muffin Beauty Science
Beauty science blog; affiliate links and sponsorships may be present.
Research papers (2)
Related papers naming this ingredient or a sourced alternative name in metadata or available article text. Laboratory, clinical, oral, topical and mixed-formula studies have different scopes. These links are not reviewed benefit claims.
- Improvement of mild photoaged facial skin in middle-aged Chinese females by a supramolecular retinol plus acetyl hexapeptide-1 containing essence.
Skin health and disease · 2023
- Case report on premature hair graying treated with Melitane 5% and oral hair supplements.
Indian journal of pharmacology · 2019
Oral or dietary context; not evidence for topical use. Related beauty research; exact ingredient identity checked in available text. Formula mixtures, laboratory findings, oral studies and human topical studies have different scopes. This reference does not establish an isolated-ingredient benefit.
PubMed is hosted by the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Listing there does not mean NIH authored or endorses a paper.
Cosmetic ingredient references
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 in COSMILE Europe
Industry ingredient directory · matched to the publisher’s ingredient index.
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 in INKEEDecoder
Commercial ingredient explainer directory, formerly INCIDecoder · matched to its publisher index; claims not independently reviewed.
- European Commission CosIng database
Catalog reference 54133. Database inclusion is not approval or proof of safety or effectiveness.
Where it fits in real formulas
Related ingredients, common formula neighbors, naming, and catalog context. This stays separate from evidence and personal-fit guidance.
Similar ingredients
related by documented function or concern
Hyaluronic Acid (salt form)Pulls water into the skin for immediate hydration and a plumper lookPro-vitamin B5Moisturizes and improves hydration by drawing and holding water in the skinAllantoinHelps condition and soften the skin surfaceCeramide NpHelps replenish surface lipids within an appropriately formulated moisturizerCicaFunctions as a botanical skin-conditioning ingredientHyaluronic AcidBinds water at the skin surface and supports short-term hydration. The widely repeated claim that it holds 1,000 times its weight in water is not supported by direct measurement. A 2025 review reported about 0.7–2 grams of water per gram of polysaccharide.
What kinds of products contain Acetyl Hexapeptide-1?
Real brands and product categories from the 3 decoded products listing Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.
3 of 7,164 decoded products list this ingredient. Count calculated on (UTC). Counts describe our recorded labels, which may differ from current packaging; the public product list can be smaller than the decoded catalog.
How we collect ingredient listsProduct categories
moisturizers (2), serums (1)
Based on those categories, Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 shows up mostly in leave-on products (3 of 3 classified) — derived from product category, not a label fact.
Which products contain Acetyl Hexapeptide-1?
All 3 →3 public products list this ingredient.
Catalog preview
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About the sources
Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.
Sources & methodologyCompiled from the EU CosIng database (ref 54133) · snapshot 16 June 2026. CosIng is an informational, non-legally-binding reference. Inclusion does not mean an ingredient is approved, safe, authorized for cosmetic use, or clinically effective. An INCI list does not reveal concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.