Ingredient
EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)
EGF remains one of the best-known topical growth-factor concepts and continues to appear in premium and K-beauty formulas.
Category: Growth Factors
Chemical formula: Protein (53 amino acids); no simple small-molecule formula
Main cosmetic effects: Skin-conditioning; smoother-looking texture; supports renewal appearance.
Source: Usually recombinant human EGF produced via biotechnology.
Developer / supplier: Originally isolated by Stanley Cohen; recombinant cosmetic supply by biotech firms
Origin: United States / Iceland / South Korea
Representative product: BIOEFFECT EGF Serum / Essence
Approx. retail price (USD): 175-185
Evidence maturity: Moderate; delivery and stability matter
What it does
Skin-conditioning; smoother-looking texture; supports renewal appearance.
Notes
Growth Factors | Moderate; delivery and stability matter