Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 at a Glance
- A synthetic peptide
- Composed of the amino acids
- Helps skin better defend itself from environmental aggressors
- Can also help promote a visibly more even skin tone
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 Description
Acetyl hexapeptide-1 is a synthetic peptide composed of the amino acids alanine, arginine, histidine, leucine, phenylalanine and tryptophan. It helps skin better defend itself from environmental aggressors by virtue of a calming effect. This peptide can also help promote a visibly more even skin tone by playing a role in how melanin moves through skin.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1 References
International Journal of Molecular Sciences, February 2018, ePublication
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