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Tripeptide-1

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

Tripeptide-1 illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

Spotted this on a label?

Tripeptide-1

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 Tripeptide-1
2D chemical structure from PubChem ✨ real molecule sketch

Tripeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide containing glycine, histidine, and lysine.

INCI: TRIPEPTIDE-1 · ~3 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.

Clinical trials: 3 studies on ClinicalTrials.gov (view search)

ChEMBL: MACROCYCLIC TRIPEPTIDE MOTIF

What brands say it does

Tripeptide-1 EU CosIng describes it as: Tripeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide containing glycine, 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 Tripeptide-1 on the INCI list.

Other names you might see

Tripeptide-1

Similar peptides

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