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Ingredient

EGF (Epidermal Growth Factor)

Protein (53 amino acids); no simple small-molecule formula

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