Oligopeptide-160 Amide
A antimicrobial, anti-sebum, skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas.
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Oligopeptide-160 Amide
That’s the INCI name—the official way it appears on the back of your serum or cream. Same ingredient, different marketing names.
Structure (cute edition)
Oligopeptide-160 Amide is the synthetic peptide containing 16 amino acids in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide, and consists of arginine, asparagine, cysteine, histidine and lysine.
INCI: OLIGOPEPTIDE-160 AMIDE · ~12 amino acids in our simplified view
Research & public records
Counts and links from public databases (PubMed, ClinicalTrials.gov, Wikidata, NIH drug nomenclature). Educational only — not medical advice.
ChEMBL: CHEMBL3644544
What brands say it does
Oligopeptide-160 Amide EU CosIng describes it as: Oligopeptide-160 Amide is the synthetic peptide containing 16 amino acids in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide, and consists of arginine, asparagine, cysteine, histidine and lysine.. In skin care it is typically a supporting active—meant to complement hydrators and antioxidants rather than work alone.
Where you’ll find it
Recovery serums, post-treatment creams, and premium anti-aging formulas. Look for Oligopeptide-160 Amide on the INCI list.
Other names you might see
Oligopeptide-160 Amide
Where to buy
Real purchase links from Sephora, Ulta, Target, and Amazon — tap a product to check price and buy.
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