Power of Peptides: A Comprehensive Guide to Peptide-rich Skincare Products

Did you know that peptides are inherent to our bodies? They are the body’s essential building blocks of proteins. We’re sure you’d love to know, how do they work in skin care to support your “aging beautifully” journey?

Peptides are short chains of amino acids, and amino acids are the fundamental units that make up proteins, which are crucial for various biological processes in the body.

Peptides are used in skincare for their anti-aging, natural skin corrective benefits. Different peptides can work in various ways, such as stimulating collagen production, supporting the skin’s natural repair process, promoting hydration, and reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

Peptides in skin care are most commonly derived from plant or synthetic sources. They can provide specific benefits, and without the ethical concerns associated with animal-derived peptides.

There are several types of peptides used in skincare you should know, each with its unique properties and benefits:

1. Signal peptides: These peptides act as messengers, instructing cells to perform specific functions such as collagen production, which helps improve skin elasticity and firmness.

2. Carrier peptides: These peptides help deliver trace elements, minerals, or other beneficial substances to the skin, aiding in nourishment and hydration.

3. Enzyme-inhibiting peptides: These peptides work by inhibiting enzymes that break down collagen and elastin, promoting a more youthful appearance and preventing the formation of wrinkles.

4. Neuropeptides: These peptides target the nerve endings in the skin, helping to relax facial muscles and reduce the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles.

5. Copper peptides: These peptides contain copper ions and promote wound healing, stimulate collagen production, and possess antioxidant properties.

SKIN BENEFITS OF PEPTIDES

1. Aging skin: Peptides can help stimulate collagen and elastin production, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and promoting a more youthful complexion.

2. Dry or dehydrated skin: Certain peptides have moisturizing properties that help improve the skin’s hydration levels and retain moisture.

3. Acne-prone or oily skin: Peptides with antibacterial properties can help inhibit the growth of acne-causing bacteria, reducing breakouts and inflammation.

4. Hyperpigmentation: Some peptides have brightening properties that can help fade dark spots and even out skin tone.

5. Sensitive skin: Most peptides in skin care are hypoallergenic and gentle for sensitive skin, offering benefits without causing irritation or allergic reactions.

Most Notable Peptides:

1. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 (Pal-GHK): Known for its collagen-boosting properties, it helps improve skin firmness and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

2. Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 (Pal-GQPR): This peptide is often used to address inflammation and helps improve the skin’s natural healing process.

3. Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline): Known as a “botox-like” peptide, it helps relax facial muscles, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

4. Copper Tripeptide-1: This peptide in non-hypoallergenic unlike most other peptides in skincare, it promotes collagen synthesis, aids in wound healing, and possesses antioxidant properties.

5. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 (Syn-Coll): It stimulates collagen production, improves skin texture, and helps reduce the signs of aging.

6. Matrixyl 3000: A combination of palmitoyl oligopeptide and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7, it supports collagen production and helps improve skin elasticity.

7. Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 (Matrixyl): Known for its wrinkle-smoothing and skin rejuvenation properties, it helps stimulate collagen synthesis.

8. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38 (Matrixyl Synthe’6): This peptide improves skin texture, reduces the appearance of wrinkles, and enhances the skin’s elasticity.

9. Palmitoyl Dipeptide-5 Diaminobutyroyl Hydroxythreonine (Syn-Tacks): It supports collagen production and helps improve skin firmness and elasticity.

10. Palmitoyl Tripeptide-37 (Matrixyl Synthe’6): This peptide promotes collagen synthesis, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, and enhances overall skin texture.

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT

1. AZULENE FIRMING EYE GEL
   Works to maintain moisture levels, restore hydration, improves volume and elasticity and efficiently helps reduce the appearance of wrinkles.

2. PROFESSIONAL INSTANT EYE LIFT SUPERGEL
   Potent multi-active fast acting skin tightening effect. It leaves the skin surrounding the eyes visibly perky, plump, firmer and rejuvenated.

3. ADVANCED REPAIR COMPLEX
   Repairs the cutaneous matrix to ensure a healthy, smooth, and radiant complexion.

4. REVITALIZING FRUIT COMPLEX
   Powerful complex works to clarify, tighten, retexture, and revive sun-damaged skin, promote younger looking smoother skin.

5. BLACK CURRANT DAY RENAISSANCE
   Restores skin vitality by transforming lackluster dull skin. Effectively works to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Dramatically refines skin texture with continuous use.

6. BLACK CURRANT NIGHT RENAISSANCE
   Nightly rejuvenates skin and enriches with an abundance of antioxidants, while increasing skin elasticity and reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

7. WRINKLE REVERSE NIGHT CREAM WITH CBD AND AZELAIC ACID
   The fast-acting regenerative, firming, and hydrating action enhances overall skin appearance.

8. PEPTO-COLLAGEN FIRMING MASQUE
   Visibly contours, plumps, nourishes, and deeply moisturizes the skin. 

9. DUO-PHASE ENZYME PEELING MASQUE
   Award-winning unique detoxifying, purifying, and age-defying enzyme masque to leave skin smooth, plump, and glowing.

10. SOY BEAUTY® HAND & BODY ANTI-AGING COMPLEX
    Provides long-lasting hydration, protection against moisture loss and environmental toxins, and lifting action.

When choosing peptide-based skincare products consider speaking to a skincare professional to help you with a personalized recommendation based on your unique skin needs and concerns.