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For informational purposes only — not medical advice. Always consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Synthetic Human Polypeptide-3 (KGF/FGF-7)

1% line markerAI-analyzed

INCI: SH-POLYPEPTIDE-3

skin conditioninghair conditioninganti-agingcell communicating ingredient

What it does

A synthetic human polypeptide that mimics Keratinocyte Growth Factor (KGF or FGF-7), used in cosmetics for its potential to stimulate the proliferation of keratinocytes, promoting skin repair, wound healing, and hair growth.

Skin Concerns

Beneficial for

agingtexturesun damagefine lineswrinklesdrynesssensitivity

Safety & Science

Safety summary

Generally considered safe for cosmetic use. Low potential for irritation or sensitization.

1% line marker

This ingredient is commonly used as a marker to identify where ingredients drop below 1% concentration on the label.

Found In Products

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At a Glance

INCI Name: SH-POLYPEPTIDE-3
Common Name: Synthetic Human Polypeptide-3 (KGF/FGF-7)
Functions: skin conditioning, hair conditioning, anti-aging, cell communicating ingredient
Products: 19 products

For informational purposes only. This is not medical advice. Always patch test new products and consult a dermatologist for skin concerns.

Synthetic Human Polypeptide-3 (KGF/FGF-7) — Skincare Ingredient Guide — Dermasift — Dermasift