Peptides

Peptides are short amino acid chains that signal skin repair and collagen production.

Best forFirmness, fine lines, repair
IncludesCopper tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl tripeptide-1, Acetyl hexapeptide-8
Use carefully ifGenerally well tolerated

A label in this group is a reason to look more closely at the formula. The exact form, concentration, and overall formula still matter.

Compare with

RetinoidsStronger evidence, more irritation risk

Names to look for on labels

palmitoyl tripeptide-1palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7acetyl hexapeptide-8copper tripeptide-1matrixylpalmitoyl pentapeptide-4sh-oligopeptide-1sh-polypeptide-1tripeptide-1

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