Tripeptide-10 Citrulline Powder, IO

This ingredient at a glance

Tripeptide-10 Citrulline Powder is a water-soluble peptide powder with the INCI Tripeptide-10 Citrulline and CAS 960531-53-7. ECM stands for extracellular matrix, the network of collagen and other proteins that gives skin its structure. Tripeptide-10 citrulline is a short peptide that suppliers position in products for firmer, smoother-looking skin. The card does not state an use level, so follow the supplier CoA.

Peptides and the skin's matrix

The skin's matrix includes collagen fibers that need to be well organized to give a firm, smooth look. Many cosmetic peptides are designed around this story. Tripeptide-10 citrulline is one of them, and it is often combined with other peptides and hydrating actives in serums and eye products.

Product formats

Firming serums

Water-based serums with a peptide complex.

Eye gels

Light gels for the eye area.

Creams

Day and night creams with peptides.

Neck creams

Creams for the neck and décolleté.

Processing

Dissolve the powder fully in a small amount of water and add it at cool-down, below about 40 °C. Avoid prolonged high heat. Check the final pH and keep it in a skin-friendly range.

Good partners

Tripeptide-10 Citrulline is a related listing. palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 and Acetyl hexapeptide-8 build a multi-peptide serum. Compare other short chains in peptide powders.

Testing

Measure skin firmness and smoothness over several weeks before making claims. Check stability at several temperatures.

Claims

Skin looks firmer and smoother with regular use. Base specific claims on supplier data.

Characteristics

Form: powder. INCI: Tripeptide-10 Citrulline. CAS: 960531-53-7. Solubility: water. Use level: supplier CoA.

Original recipe: firming eye gel, 100 g

Distilled water 91.50 g, glycerin 3.00 g, hydroxyethylcellulose 1.00 g, Tripeptide-10 Citrulline Powder 0.10 g, caffeine 1.00 g, panthenol 1.00 g, sodium hyaluronate 0.20 g, phenoxyethanol and ethylhexylglycerin 1.00 g, allantoin 0.20 g, citric acid 0.50 g, sodium citrate 0.50 g. Disperse the cellulose, dissolve caffeine in warm water, cool, add the remaining ingredients and Tripeptide-10 Citrulline Powder solution last. Adjust Tripeptide-10 Citrulline Powder level to the CoA.

Multi-peptide formulas

Peptides are often combined so that a product covers several aspects of skin appearance, such as firmness, smoothness and the look of expression lines. Check compatibility and the total peptide budget with the supplier.

Eye area

Eye products need to be especially gentle. Keep the formula fragrance-free, the pH mild and the texture light.

Lab tip

Dissolve small peptide amounts in a measured volume of water so the solution can be dosed accurately.

Lot records

Keep each CoA with the batch file and note the lot used.

Directions for users

For eye gels, suggest tapping a small amount around the orbital bone morning and evening. For serums, apply a few drops after cleansing and follow with a moisturizer. Advise users to give the product several weeks of regular use.

Texture tips

Peptide serums feel best with a light humectant and a touch of hyaluronic acid. Avoid heavy oils in eye gels, which can migrate into the eyes.

Supplier data

Request the peptide content and stability data for each lot.

Compatibility

Avoid combining peptides with strong acids, high levels of alcohol or harsh surfactants in the same leave-on product. Ask the supplier for a list of tested ingredients and stay close to it in the first trials.

Record keeping

Note the date the container was first opened and keep it tightly closed between uses.

Storage

Store closed as the CoA directs. Close the container after use.