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Today, we are talking all about peptides! We love peptides because, as you have probably heard on other episodes, peptides PEP the skin! What are peptides? Peptides are a chain of two or more amino acids bonded together in a specific order to perform functions in the skin through communications between cells. This "communication" can improve and stimulate cellular processes such as collagen and elastin production, tissue repair, or even relaxing muscle contractions.

Peptides are naturally found within the skin, but the amount of naturally produced peptides decreases as we age, making topical peptides essential for aging gracefully. Since each peptide has different effects, our skincare routines must include peptides of all kinds. There are five different types of peptides used as skin-care actives: signaling peptides, carrier peptides, enzyme-inhibiting peptides, neurotransmitter-inhibiting peptides and antimicrobial peptides.

We cover 3 different peptides to show you how they impact your skin!

• Acetyl Hexapeptide-8:  (AKA Botox peptide) A neuro-peptide compound that temporarily intercepts messages from the brain to prevent muscle contractions. Repeated muscle contractions, whether involuntary or intentional, will lead to wrinkles and fine lines on the skin's surface. We know that we can't always control our reactions and expressions, so using a peptide such as this will help tremendously to keep these signs of aging at bay.
• Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7: (Lighten, stimulate collagen, reduce inflammation, tightening) Of all the peptides, this one seems to do a lot! This peptide is known for its ability to lighten the skin, reduce inflammation, improve skin elasticity, and stimulate the regeneration of collagen fibers. It also provides skin tightening benefits by increasing hyaluronic acid, attracting moisture into the epidermis.
• Copper Tripeptide-1: Copper Tripeptide-1 is a potent healing peptide that delivers essential nutrients to skin cells to aid tissue regeneration. As a regenerative ingredient, this peptide is both a treatment and preventative measure against the signs of premature aging.

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