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Tetrapeptide-32

A hair conditioning, skin protecting peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & firmness formulas.

Tetrapeptide-32 illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

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Tetrapeptide-32

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)

Simplified amino acid chain for Tetrapeptide-32

Tetrapeptide-32 is the synthetic peptide consisting of glycine, proline and valine.

INCI: TETRAPEPTIDE-32 · ~4 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: CHEMBL3644496

What brands say it does

Tetrapeptide-32 EU CosIng describes it as: Tetrapeptide-32 is the synthetic peptide consisting of glycine, proline and valine.. 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 Tetrapeptide-32 on the INCI list.

Other names you might see

Tetrapeptide-32

Where to buy

Real purchase links from Sephora, Ulta, Target, and Amazon — tap a product to check price and buy.

Hydrating Scalp Serum
OUAI

Hydrating Scalp Serum

$54.00 · ★ 4.4

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Plum Bum Sculpting Body Mask
TONYMOLY

Plum Bum Sculpting Body Mask

$11.99 · ★ 3.7

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Super Saturated Hydrating Barrier Serum with 30% Glycerin + Polyglutamic Acid
Experiment

Super Saturated Hydrating Barrier Serum with 30% Glycerin + Polyglutamic Acid

$28.00 · ★ 4.5676

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Educational only—not medical advice. Results vary; talk to a dermatologist for personal recommendations.