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Tripeptide-55

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

Tripeptide-55 illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

Spotted this on a label?

Tripeptide-55

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-55

Tripeptide-55 is the synthetic peptide consisting of alanine, cysteine and serine.

INCI: TRIPEPTIDE-55 · ~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.

ChEMBL: MACROCYCLIC TRIPEPTIDE MOTIF

What brands say it does

Tripeptide-55 EU CosIng describes it as: Tripeptide-55 is the synthetic peptide consisting of alanine, cysteine and serine.. 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-55 on the INCI list.

Other names you might see

Tripeptide-55

Similar peptides

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