Peptides

Peptides are among the most talked-about ingredients in anti-aging skincare, as they directlyaffect dermal metabolism and influence collagen synthesis.

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What are peptides?

Peptides, also called polypeptides, are strings of short-chain amino acids that are the basicbuilding blocks of protein. They are responsible for producing the skin's collagen and elastin. Inthe realm of skincare, there are four main types of peptides: enzyme inhibitors, carrierpeptides, signal peptides, and neurotransmitter peptides. This last category, which includesacetyl hexapeptide (Argireline), weaken the contraction of muscles that control facialexpressions-- not unlike Botox. Peptides can penetrate deeply into the skin's outermost layer,the stratum corneum, where they can target different cells.

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What are the benefits of peptides?

The key benefits of peptides for skin include:

Improves skin elasticity and firmness
Reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines
Fades irregular skin pigmentation and dark spots
Triggers collagen synthesis
Photoprotection by inhibiting melanin production
Strengthens skin barrier
Decreases breakdown of collagen and elastin
Kills acne-causing bacteria
Reduces inflammation
Locks in moisture for better skin hydration

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Helps with these environmental & lifestyle factors:

Peptides reduces the effects of the following lifestyle and environmental factors on your skin.

Cuts through the mineral deposits to lessen hard water’s effects on your skin. Hard water causes accumulation of soap scum and minerals which break down the lipid barriers that protect our skin and trigger chronic dryness, clogged pores, inflammation and rosacea.

Helps counter the effect of high stress on your skin. Living with too much stress ramps up your body's production of cortisol—and wreaks havoc on your skin.

Helps fight the effects of pollution on your skin. Polluted air contains small nanoparticles which cause premature aging. Clinical studies show that people with low pollution exposure levels have brighter, healthier, more radiant looking skin.

Peptides help with these skin types:

Dry Skin
Peptides lock in the moisture in your skin to keep it well hydrated.

Normal Skin
Peptides decrease the breakdown of collagen and elastin, keeping your skin firm, smooth and supple.

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Good for these age ranges:

Peptides are beneficial for people in the following age ranges.

It refines the skin, making it smoother, creating a more even skin tone, a brighter appearance, and gives you radiant skin from within.

It is a perfect fit to address the primary skin care concerns for people in their 20s and early 30s. Make it a part of your regular skin care routine for healthy, beautiful skin.

This is a great time to make it a part of your skincare routine as you start thinking about incorporating more ingredients with anti-aging benefits.

It is a great bet for consistent, everyday incorporation in your skincare routine as it not only will tighten up your anti-aging regimen but also help you achieve firmer, more youthful skin.

As skin matures, it tends to lose hydration and feel dry. This helps hydrate and plump the skin, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Peptides work well with these other ingredients

When it comes to skin brightening and anti-aging benefits-- these protein builders work well with Vitamin C, resveratrol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, retinoids, ceramides, and glycerin.

Hyaluronic Acid

Binds to water to deliver instant hydration

Ceramides

Allow the skin to stay moist and hydrated, and protect the skin’s barrier protection

Vitamin C

A brightening, firming antioxidant that promotes collagen production and helps fade dark spots and discoloration

Usage Guide

This is determined by your skin type and specific concerns-- since each type of peptide targets
different functions, ranging from collagen fiber organization and skin elasticity to wound
healing.

For hydrated, supple, and photo-protected skin, peptides should be applied twice daily, during
morning and evening skincare routines. Peptide-enhanced formulas are also beneficial post-
laser or needling treatments, as they help strengthen the skin and support faster recovery.

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What are peptides found in?

Peptides are often infused in topical serums, moisturizers, rehydrating eye creams, and masks.

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Are peptides suitable for sensitive skin?

Since our bodies naturally produce peptides, they are suitable for sensitive skin. In fact, theseshort-chain amino acids are recommended for all ages and skin types.

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Things to keep in mind

Peptides side effects

Adverse side effects from peptides are uncommon. As always, when trying a skincare ingredient for the first time, do a patch test before integrating it into your daily routine.
Ingredients to avoid with peptides

Do not use alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic acid at the same time as peptides, as this will compromise the ingredient's efficacy.

Find out if you need peptides

Should peptides be a part of your skincare routine? This collagen-boosting ingredient hasnumerous benefits, but peptides alone are not going to address every skincare concern. For aholistic skin cleansing, moisturizing, and protecting regimen-- customized to your needs, takethe PROVEN skin quiz.skin quiz.

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