Works for
Anti-agingPalmitoyl tripeptide-1, Tetrapeptide-21 + 4 moreWorks well
“The formula includes 3% Matrixyl 3000 ( Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 coupled with Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 ), one of the most proven & well-known peptide duos to reduce wrinkles for younger-looking skin.”
This product can help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness because it contains heptapeptide-15 palmitate.
These ingredients in the product can also be helpful, even though there is less evidence for their effectiveness: copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, tetrapeptide-21.
Keep in mind that it typically takes at least 6 weeks to notice any results because the changes that are needed to improve fine lines and elasticity happen in the deeper layers of the skin. No topical anti-aging product can “erase” wrinkles or fully reverse signs of aging.
MoisturizingPanthenol, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1 + 17 moreWorks well
“Texture silky, hydrating, milky texture.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
glycerin, saccharide isomerate.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: caprylic/capric triglyceride, cetearyl alcohol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, heptapeptide-15 palmitate, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tripeptide-38, panthenol, tetrapeptide-21
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“According to the manufacturer's data, 3% Matrixyl 3000 used twice a day for 2 months can significantly reduce wrinkle depth and density, while improving roughness, elasticity & skin tone, with a lifting effect as a bonus.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy11 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic2 ingredients rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale2 flagged
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Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Glycerin~3.9–5.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about GlycerinButylene glycol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a nice product texture and help delivery of other ingredients. Might be somewhat helpful in attracting water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Butylene glycolPentylene glycol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolPolyglyceryl-6 stearate~2.1–3.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Polyglyceryl-6 stearateCaprylic/capric triglyceride~1.7–2.6%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A good mix of fatty acids that forms a protective layer on the skin. Improves the shelf life of products. Derived from coconut and glycerin
More about Caprylic/capric triglyceridePanthenol~1.4–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolDicaprylyl carbonate~1.3–1.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps products spread more easily and works as an emollient to soften skin
More about Dicaprylyl carbonateDicaprylyl ether~1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps soften the upper layer of the skin while creating a non-greasy feel on the skin. Helps to dissolve other ingredients
More about Dicaprylyl etherPotassium cetyl phosphate~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps oil and water mix together
More about Potassium cetyl phosphatePolyglyceryl-6 behenate~0.5–1.2%
Tetrapeptide-21~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Tetrapeptide-21Palmitoyl tripeptide-1~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-1Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7Palmitoyl tripeptide-38~0.3–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Palmitoyl tripeptide-38Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14~0.3–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
The copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 is a synthetic peptide developed by ingredient supplier Infinitec, which claims that it can increase collagen production in skin when combined with Heptapeptide-15 Palmitate. The complex was tested in vitro (in a lab) and in a clinical test with 30 volunteers, but the latter wasn't placebo-controlled. The manufacturer reported wrinkle reduction after 28 days of use, but the details of the study aren't publicly available.
More about Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14Heptapeptide-15 palmitate~0.2–0.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A type of peptide. Peptides are excellent moisturizers and might be able support collagen production reducing fine lines and wrinkles
More about Heptapeptide-15 palmitateSaccharide isomerate~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharide isomerateAllantoin~0.15–0.65%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinCetearyl alcohol~0.2–0.75%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
A non-drying alcohol. Works as an emollient. Helps water and oil mix together and creates a nice product texture
More about Cetearyl alcoholGlyceryl stearate se~0.15–0.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 2/5
Used to stabilize the product formulations and works as an emollient
More about Glyceryl stearate seTapioca starch~0.15–0.55%
Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Maintains the texture of skincare products. Allows the product to spread evenly. Helps oil and water mix together
More about Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymerCarbomer~0.1–0.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps create a thicker or gel-like product texture. It is not a surfactant but can be used in gentle cleansing formulations
More about CarbomerPolysorbate 20~0.15–0.55%
Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin~0.15–0.55%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to stabilize product formulations and help soften the upper layer of the skin
More about Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrinLactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer~0.1–0.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Polyvinyl alcohol~0.1–0.4%
Citric acid~0.05–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidSodium citrate~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateSodium hydroxide~0.05–0.2%
Phenoxyethanol~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A preservative. It helps prevent bacterial growth in cosmetic products
More about PhenoxyethanolEthylhexylglycerin~0.05–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Glycerin, Butylene glycol, Pentylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-6 stearate, Caprylic/capric triglyceride, Panthenol, Dicaprylyl carbonate, Dicaprylyl ether, Potassium cetyl phosphate, Polyglyceryl-6 behenate, Tetrapeptide-21, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, Palmitoyl tripeptide-38, Copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14, Heptapeptide-15 palmitate, Saccharide isomerate, Allantoin, Cetearyl alcohol, Glyceryl stearate se, Tapioca starch, Acrylates/c10-30 alkyl acrylate crosspolymer, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxypropyl cyclodextrin, Lactic acid/glycolic acid copolymer, Polyvinyl alcohol, Citric acid, Sodium citrate, Sodium hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| Geek GorgeousPower PeptidesYOUR PRODUCT | Medik8Liquid Peptides | Skin Nutrition BotanicalsMulti-Peptide Anti-Aging Serum | SkinnNon-Negotiables Mantle Milk | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 57% | 40% | 39% |
| Price | — | $68.00 | — | $32.12 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 8 of 11 | 5 of 11 | 4 of 11 |
| Key difference | — | Pentapeptide-18 | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Saccharomyces Ferment Lysate Filtrate |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
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Product summary
"Geek & Gorgeous 101 - Power Peptides" is effective for: Anti-aging and Moisturizing
Ingredient callouts
- Peptides (heptapeptide-15 palmitate 0.20% - 0.80%, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 0.30% - 0.75%, palmitoyl tripeptide-38 0.30% - 0.70%, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7 0.35% - 0.85%, palmitoyl tripeptide-1 0.40% - 0.95% and tetrapeptide-21 0.40% - 0.95%). Peptides are a very big group of ingredients. They all consist of a different combination of aminoacids. Our skin produces Peptides naturally. Some of them work as natural antibiotics, promote wound-healing and production of collagen. The scientists are still studying how effective the topical application of Peptides is, but it is very likely that theynare helpful. Peptides might be able to support skin barrier restoration and even have an anti-aging benefit. At the very least, they certainly help attract water to the skin and support the hydration in this way.
- An effective concentration of Panthenol (pro-vitamin B5) - about 1.40% - 2.00%. Panthenol helps strengthen the skin barrier, improve hydration and reduce inflammation in skin.
- Humectants (saccharide isomerate 0.20% - 0.75%, heptapeptide-15 palmitate 0.20% - 0.80%, copper palmitoyl heptapeptide-14 0.30% - 0.75%, panthenol 1.40% - 2.00% and glycerin 3.90% - 5.80%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 6 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 4
- 5X50 Anti-aging Powder Brochureinfinitec.es
- 6
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