What
is Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 and how can peptide products help you achieve
younger looking skin?
Products
containing Acetyl Hexapeptide 3 may help reduce the appearance of
fine lines and wrinkles
Anti Wrinkle Products > Peptide Products
What Are Peptide Products and How Can They
Help You Achieve Younger Looking Skin?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids that, in
the body, regulate proteins and other molecules. Some can
have hormonal or antibiotic activity and may be beneficial
in wound healing or skin repair.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 ( Argireline)
is an amino-peptide developed to help reduce the appearance
of fine lines and wrinkles. When applied to the skin of the
face and neck, Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 has been found
to help naturally relax the muscles by temporarily limiting
the overproduction and release of neurotransmitters that initiate
and control the intensity of facial muscle contractions. When
the muscles relax, the skin relaxes and flattens, reducing
the appearance of wrinkles. At least 10% concentration of
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 is recommended. Several exciting
new products are available based on the active ingredient
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3.
There are several amino-peptide-based anti-wrinkle
serums that we like:
STRIVECTIN-SD
Interestingly, Strivectin-SD was initially
developed to reduce stretch marks, but testers inadvertently
discovered its potential to reduce the appearance of wrinkles
and fine lines. Strivectin-SD includes a proprietary combination
of skin firming agents, elasticizers, and skin hydrators.
The active ingredient is an oligo-peptide (called Pal-KTTKS).
Studies have shown a decrease in the actual length of stretch
marks, a decrease the depth of indented surfaces, an increase
in smooth surfaces, an increase in skin thickness, an increase
in skin firmness, an increased stimulation of glycosaminoglycan
and collagen synthesis, and a correction in irregularities
in skin discoloration. It is one of the most popular anti-wrinkle
products on the market because people are finding a significant
improvement in wrinkle depth, length, wrinkle volume,
and skin roughness. " They also found that the peptide
solution thickened skin nearly 1.5 times faster than retinol,
and without the inflammation retinol often causes in sensitive
skin.
Prices range from about $89 to $135 for Strivectin-SD. Here
is a link to information and to purchase Strivectin-SD at
the best price:
CosmeticMall.com,
features a wide assortment of name brand skin care and cosmetics. Their web
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UN-WRINKLE FROM PETER THOMAS ROTH
A popular new product is Un-Wrinkle
from Peter Thomas Roth, a lightweight serum that can be
worn under makeup. This product provides some immediate results
and more visible results after about a month's use. UN-Wrinkle
contains synthetic collagen peptides and hyaluronic
acid that hydrate and plump skin, as well as SYN®-AKE,
a synthetic peptide that mimics the muscle relaxing properties
found in snake venom, Argireline
(acetyl hexapeptide 3) that relaxes facial muscle contractions
and the dual peptide MatrixylT 3000. The formula also includes
antioxidants Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Ascorbyl Palmitate
(Vitamin C), and Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E). This is a
winning combination to soften lines and wrinkles and the antioxidants
help protect your skin against the effects of the sun and
pollutants. Plus it makes your skin feel great. You can find
UN-Wrinkle at SkinStore,
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DERMADOCTOR WRINKLE REVENGE
Wrinkle Revenge Rescue & Protect Eye Balm
contains potent amino acid peptide complex, Peptide D-58,
along with the powerful antioxidants white tea, pomegranate
and grape seed extracts. It also contains components to restore
the ceramide barrier lost as skin ages. It reduces inflammation,
rehdrates the skin and improves elasticity and tone. You can
find it at DERMAdoctor.com
BIOQUE SERUM XL
Bioque Serum XL is very popular with
Hollywood stars and has the highest peptide concentrate (20%
by weight). Bioque Serum XL contains Argireline,
a natural peptide that helps relax muscles by penetrating
your facial skin and preventing the severe muscle contractions.
It also contains ingredients that help promote the production
of collagen. Bioque Serum XL comes with a 30-day money-back
guarantee, no questions asked. Click
here for more information or to purchase Bioque Serum XL
One of Oprah's Favorites of 2007. Clarisonic™ is the dermatologists' choice for soft, silky skin. The Clarisonic Skin Care Brush is clinically proven to be more than twice as effective as cleansing by hand. It leaves skin feeling and looking younger and smoother and it's gentle enough to be used twice daily. Great for all skin types.
C6 Peptide once-a-day anti-aging
treatment uses state-of-the-art peptide technology (more advanced than
StriVectin) plus vitamins C & E, green tea extract and Kinetin to make
skin look smoother, more radiant, refine pores and diminish wrinkles.
Actress Uma Thurman's "secret
skin-protecting weapon." A topical anitoxidant that provides unprecedented
8 times the skin's natural photoaging protection.
DDF
Wrinkle Relax
- As seen on CNN. A combination of Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-3,
two anti-aging peptides to help prevent fine lines and reduce appearance
of wrinkles. Increases collagen and elastin. Helps prevent premature
aging. Visible results within two weeks.