Quick answer
Synthetic peptide; Composed of amino acids (alanine, proline, serine, and glycine); Works with water channels in skin’s surface layers; Helps provide balanced hydration between skin’s layers Key benefits: Anti-Aging, Hydration.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-37
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-37 is the product obtained by the acetylation of Hexapeptide-37
Purpose
This synthetic peptide is composed of amino acids (alanine, proline, serine, and glycine). It works to help skin’s layers maintain adequate hydration.
Rating
BEST
Category
Peptides, Humectant
INCI Purpose
SKIN CONDITIONING
Benefits
Alternative Names
At a Glance
Synthetic peptide
Composed of amino acids (alanine, proline, serine, and glycine)
Works with water channels in skin’s surface layers
Helps provide balanced hydration between skin’s layers
Article
Acetyl hexapeptide-37 is a synthetic peptide composed of the amino acids alanine, proline, serine and glycine. This peptide works with the water channels (known as aquaporins) in skin’s surface layers, helping to provide adequate, balanced hydration between skin’s layers, a process which alleviates signs of dry, dehydrated skin.
Although there isn’t independent research confirming the effectiveness of this peptide on skin, the supplier (Lipotec) has made the results of their research available in a lengthy technical report that’s supported by third-party studies. Between this information and the wider field of published scientific research on peptides for skin, we feel confident recommending acetyl hexapeptide-37, particularly for dehydrated skin.
See: Peptides, Amino Acids
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