Active ingredient
sh-Oligopeptide-1
A synthetic recombinant analog of human Epidermal Growth Factor (EGF) comprising 53 amino acids, used in K-beauty actives to support skin repair, regeneration, and fibroblast activity.
Also known as: recombinant egf, epidermal growth factor egf, rh-oligopeptide-1
growth-factorregenerativeanti-aging
Benefits
- ✓Promotes skin repair and cellular regeneration
- ✓Supports fibroblast proliferation
- ✓May help smooth the look of fine lines over time
Watch for
- ⚠Long-term safety data for topical use is limited
- ⚠Topical penetration through intact stratum corneum is debated — delivery method impacts efficacy
- ⚠Avoid around active skin cancers or precancerous lesions (growth factor caution)
