Hexapeptide-18
Hexapeptide-18 is a cosmetic ingredient used as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent. It is used in 14 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).
| INCI name | HEXAPEPTIDE-18 |
| Function | HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING |
| CAS number | - |
| Prevalence | 14 products (0.02% of dataset) |
| Most used in | Skincare |
| EU status | Restricted (annex ) |
Used in
Serums 50%General Moisturizers 14.3%Conditioners 7.1%Exfoliators 7.1%Hair Serums 7.1%Makeup Removers 7.1%
Frequently asked
- What does Hexapeptide-18 do in skincare?
- Hexapeptide-18 functions as a hair conditioning, skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
- Is Hexapeptide-18 allowed in cosmetics?
- Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
- What products contain Hexapeptide-18?
- It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially serums (50% of its uses).
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