Peptide
Peptides have dominated innovative and high-end cosmetics for their incredible skin care efficacy in recent times. The makeup uses of peptides are not limited to the initial basic ingredients but also to ultra-technological solutions to skin care. They can be used to encourage collagen and elastin to release and hence firm the skin and make it elasticity and it can be used for anti-ageing, whitening, sun protection and even hair growth.
How Beauty Peptides Work and Their Benefits to the Skin
In the context of skincare, beauty peptides act as signaling molecules, interacting with cellular receptors to stimulate specific biological processes. This can include:
Promote the Production of Collagen and Elastin
Beauty peptides enhance the firmness and elasticity of the skin by stimulating the synthesis of collagen and elastin in skin cells.
Anti-aging and Anti-Wrinkle Effects
Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by improving skin texture and elasticity. For example, hexapeptide-48 HCl has attracted attention for its anti-wrinkle effect.
Antioxidant Effect
There are beauty peptides like copper peptides that could trap free radicals and minimize the skin's damage from oxidative stress.
Repair Damaged Skin
They can also act to repair and regenerate tissues. It has been proven that oligopeptide-21 can heal damaged skin cells and increase the water-holding capacity of the skin.
Whitening and Freckle Removal
Beauty peptides reduce pigmentation and even achieve freckle removal by inhibiting the production of melanin.
Improving Skin Barrier Function
For instance, oligopeptide-71 activates the WNT signaling pathway and regulates the production of skin barrier proteins to boost skin barrier function.
Anti-Inflammatory Effects
Some beauty peptides also have anti-inflammatory properties and can reduce skin inflammation. For example, pentapeptide-16 can inhibit the expression of UV-induced inflammatory cytokines, thereby reducing skin inflammation.
A Wide Range of Cosmetic Peptide Portfolios: From Whitening to Hair Growth
Cosmetic peptides have emerged as powerful ingredients in skincare and hair care formulations, offering targeted solutions for a variety of concerns. Here's a glimpse into the diverse world of cosmetic peptides.
Whitening/Brightening Peptides
Target: Hyperpigmentation, dark spots, uneven skin tone
Target: Fine lines, wrinkles, and expression lines
Target: Loss of firmness, elasticity, and overall skin aging
Skin Repair Peptides
Target: Damaged skin, acne scars, and other skin irritations