Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
N-Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
6 Amino Acids · MW: 889 Da
Amino Acids
6
Molecular Weight
889 Da
Half-life
Short; likely hours or less in skin
Research Score
4.2
Studies
28
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C, reconstituted at 2-8°C
What is Acetyl Hexapeptide-8?
A synthetic six-amino-acid peptide used in anti-wrinkle topical products. It is studied for its ability to soften expression lines and support a smoother skin surface.
Key Benefits & Mechanisms
expression-line softening
visible wrinkle reduction
skin smoothing
good topical tolerance
Research Summary
Small human studies and cosmetic trials suggest modest improvements in wrinkle appearance, especially on expression-prone areas. Mechanistically, it is proposed to modulate SNARE-complex signaling, but the effect is much milder than botulinum toxin.
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