Nicotinoyl sh-decapapeptide-9

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Nicotinoyl sh-decapeptide-9 is a reaction product of niacin and the sh-decapeptide-9
.nicotinoyl sh-decapeptide-9 is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance mixture acts as a skin care product (keeps the skin in a good condition) and as a skin protection (protects the skin against external influences).

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Sh-decapeptide-9 refers to a synthetically produced peptide ("sh" stands for synthetic and human), which is composed of 10 peptides. The decapeptide contains the amino acids arginine, leucine, glycine, lysine, proline, tyrosine and phenylalanine.
Topically applied, the decapeptide is absorbed and acts neuropeptidically as an activator of collagen and elastin production.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer