Cosmetic & Skin
4 compounds in this category.
SNAP-8
UnregulatedAcetyl Octapeptide-3, Acetyl Glutamyl Heptapeptide-1
A cosmetic peptide that mimics the N-terminal end of SNAP-25, a protein involved in neuromuscular signaling. By competin…
Route
Topical
Dose
3–10% concentration in serum or cream
Cycle
Ongoing — results typically visible after 4–8 weeks
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
UnregulatedMatrixyl, Pal-KTTKS
A lipopeptide used in topical skincare that stimulates collagen and fibronectin production in the skin. One of the most …
Route
Topical
Dose
Serum or cream containing 2–8% concentration
Cycle
Ongoing daily use
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
UnregulatedArgireline, Acetyl Hexapeptide-3
A synthetic peptide that inhibits neurotransmitter release at the neuromuscular junction, reducing muscle contraction an…
Route
Topical
Dose
Serum containing 5–10% concentration
Cycle
Ongoing daily use
Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1
UnregulatedPal-GHK, Palmitoyl Oligopeptide
A lipopeptide consisting of palmitic acid linked to the GHK tripeptide sequence. Designed for topical use to stimulate c…
Route
Topical (serum/cream)
Dose
Product-dependent (typically 100-500 ppm)
Cycle
Ongoing