Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3

Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin protecting agent. It is used in 33 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameCAPROOYL TETRAPEPTIDE-3
FunctionSKIN PROTECTING
CAS number-
Prevalence33 products (0.04% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches30

Used in

Serums 51.5%Eye Moisturizers 18.2%General Moisturizers 15.2%Toners 6.1%Ampoules 3%Facial Treatments 3%

Frequently asked

What does Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 do in skincare?
Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 functions as a skin protecting agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3 allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Caprooyl Tetrapeptide-3?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (51.5% of its uses).

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