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DSIP

A neuropeptide isolated in 1977 and studied for sleep architecture and stress response.

DSIP illustration
Reading ingredients on a skincare label

Spotted this on a label?

Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide

That’s the INCI name—the official way it appears on the back of your serum or cream. Same ingredient, different marketing names.

Structure (cute edition)

Simplified amino acid chain for DSIP
2D chemical structure from PubChem ✨ real molecule sketch

This peptide is a short chain of about 4 amino acids—think of it as a tiny protein necklace on your label.

INCI: Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide · ~4 amino acids in our simplified view

What brands say it does

DSIP (Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide) appeared to promote slow-wave sleep in early animal studies. Human data is inconsistent; it is not an approved sleep drug. Still sold by research suppliers for experimental use.

Where you’ll find it

Sleep biohacking forums and research peptide catalogs.

Other names you might see

Delta Sleep-Inducing Peptide Emideltide

Educational only—not medical advice. We do not sell peptides. Unregulated research chemicals carry serious purity and legal risks.