EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) vs Oligopeptide-160 Amide
Both are categorized under Repair & renewal in our directory—here is how they differ in name, use, and label context.
Research at a glance
PubMed paper counts, ClinicalTrials.gov listings, and regulatory context—aggregated from public databases.
- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) — PubMed papers
- 474
- Oligopeptide-160 Amide — PubMed papers
- None indexed
- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) — clinical trials
- 2,415 (3 active/recruiting)
- Oligopeptide-160 Amide — clinical trials
- None listed
- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) — regulatory context
- Cosmetic / supplement INCI
- Oligopeptide-160 Amide — regulatory context
- Cosmetic / supplement INCI
- More public research
- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) (PubMed + trials composite)
EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)
Repair & renewal
A skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas.
Sh-oligopeptide-1 EU CosIng describes it as: sh-Oligopeptide-1 is a single chain recombinant human peptide, produced by fermentation in E. coli. The starting gene is synthesized to be identical to the human gene which co…
Oligopeptide-160 Amide
Repair & renewal
A antimicrobial, anti-sebum, skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas.
Oligopeptide-160 Amide EU CosIng describes it as: Oligopeptide-160 Amide is the synthetic peptide containing 16 amino acids in which the C-terminus of the peptide is an amide, and consists of arginine, asparagine, cystei…
Quick comparison
- EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor): Repair & renewal — A skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas.…
- Oligopeptide-160 Amide: Repair & renewal — A antimicrobial, anti-sebum, skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair…
Common questions
What is the difference between EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) and Oligopeptide-160 Amide?
Both are categorized under Repair & renewal in our directory—here is how they differ in name, use, and label context. EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) is categorized as Repair & renewal; Oligopeptide-160 Amide as Repair & renewal. EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor): A skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas. Oligopeptide-160 Amide: A antimicrobial, anti-sebum, skin conditioning peptide ingredient listed in EU cosmetic databases—often used in repair & renewal formulas.
Are EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) and Oligopeptide-160 Amide the same peptide?
No. They are different molecules with distinct names on labels and in research databases. Always match the full INCI or drug name—not a nickname on the front of the package.
How do I find EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor) or Oligopeptide-160 Amide on a product label?
Look for the full INCI name in the ingredient list on the back of the package. Marketing names on the front often differ from the official INCI entry our directory uses.