TGF-β (Transforming Growth Factor beta)

Firmness / Aging

INCI: sh-Polypeptide-2

In short · TL;DR

Category

Stem Cell & Culture

Effect

Collagen synthesis, wound healing, tissue remodeling

Concentration

Stock 1-3%

Effect

Collagen synthesis, wound healing, tissue remodeling

Mechanism

TGF-β receptor → Smad2/3 → ECM gene expression

Typical concentration

Stock 1-3%

Onset

12 weeks for density/elasticity

Cautions

Excess causes fibrosis risk, keep low conc

Evidence & references

Roberts et al., Proc. Natl. Acad. Sci. 1986

This page is reference information and does not guarantee efficacy. Figures vary by test conditions (in vitro / manufacturer / concentration). It does not indicate pharmaceutical efficacy.

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