What are peptides in skincare?
Peptides in skincare has become a trend that’s set to stay, and for good reason! These powerful amino acid chains can help your skin look smoother, firmer and more radiant by supporting the collagen production and overall skin repair. And who doesn’t want that?
This innovative ingredient is perfect for tackling fine lines, loss of plumpness and elasticity and dullness in the skin. Learn about what peptides are, how they work, the key benefits and the best peptide skincare to try.
What are peptides in skincare?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids, the building blacks of proteins like collagen, elastin and keratin. These proteins are essential for supporting the skin structure, firmness and resilience, which we know reduce as we age and our skin becomes less plump. Peptides in skincare help to encourage collagen production, improving the repair process and providing skin with structure and resilience.
How peptides work on the skin
Think of this clever ingredient as a messenger for skin cells, telling them to sit up and take note! They help to:
- Stimulate collagen and elastin production for firmer, smoother skin
- Reinforce the skin barrier to lock-in moisture and protect from environmental stress
- Improve hydration levels by supporting the skin barrier
We love peptides in our skincare to improve youthfulness and overall skin health!
Which is the best peptide skincare product from SkinSense?
We thought you’d never ask! Meet our Multi-Peptide Serum. Our combination of eight (yes, eight!) different skin-boosting peptides for a broad range of benefits in a single dose. Think improving skin firmness, elasticity, smoothing wrinkles and texture, with each of the eight peptides working in harmony together for the best results. Argireline™ is the peptide to note in our formula, known for its muscle-relaxing properties, reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, especially expression lines around the forehead, eyes and mouth.
Because of the serum nature of this product, it reaches the lower levels of the skin more easily than a moisturiser, so your skin enjoys a slow and controlled release with the maximum results. Apply a few drops after you’ve cleansed your skin, then gently massage in until fully absorbed and follow with your moisturiser, suitable for morning and evening skincare routines.
Peptides vs Retinol: Which is better?
Both peptides and retinol are powerful anti-aging ingredients and have brilliant benefits, but they work differently:
- Retinol: Increases cell turnover and stimulates collagen, but high doses can cause irritation to sensitive skin
- Peptides: Support collagen without causing irritation or redness, a great option for those with sensitive skin.
Many people benefit from using both, a retinol at night and peptides in the morning. The important thing is to listen to your skin and see what works best for you.
At the end of the day, peptides in skincare are more than a fleeting trend – they’re a science-backed solution for smoother, firmer and youthful-looking skin. Whether you’re looking to boost your skincare routine or target fine lines and wrinkles, try adding a peptide serum to your routine for a noticeable difference.