Ingredient · dataset v56
sh-Oligopeptide-78 and fungal acne
No known trigger
Why it's not a known trigger
A synthetic peptide; no lipid chain. Round-3 2b, approved.
Evidence strength
Judged neutral — no trigger evidence
Function
Peptide
Checked products with this ingredient (1)
Product types: Shampoos
Shampoos (1)
Sources
EU CosIng database — search the INCI name
Last reviewed: 2026-10-13 (dataset v56).
Questions
Does sh-Oligopeptide-78 trigger fungal acne?
No known trigger: A synthetic peptide; no lipid chain. Round-3 2b, approved.
Does sh-Oligopeptide-78 feed Malassezia?
No known link: sh-Oligopeptide-78 is judged with no known trigger. One screened ingredient is not a product verdict — when in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
Is this medical advice?
No. We screen ingredient lists; we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. When in doubt, ask a dermatologist.
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Not medical advice: we screen ingredient lists for potential triggers — we never diagnose, treat, or certify products. Dataset v56.