'Botox-like' marketing claims must be carefully reviewed, cosmetic claims of 'relaxes expression lines' are permissible; claims of 'acts like Botox' or 'same as injections' are not; typically 5-10% in finished product formula
Function & Common Use
Active (Peptide / Anti-aging)
Active Ingredient
Anti-aging serums eye creams
Synthetic
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Format restriction: Leave-on
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 safe to use in skincare?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. 'Botox-like' marketing claims must be carefully reviewed, cosmetic claims of 'relaxes expression lines' are permissible; claims of 'acts like Botox' or 'same as injections' are not; typically 5-10% in finished product formula
Is Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 allowed in India?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 used for in cosmetics?
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 functions as: Active (Peptide / Anti-aging). It is commonly found in: Anti-aging serums eye creams.
Regulatory Status
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