Matrixyl (palmitoyl pentapeptide-4)
A signal peptide and fragment of procollagen type 1, palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 (previously referred to as palmitoyl pentapeptide-3) is sold commercially as Matrixyl. Palmitic acid is added to the peptide chain to improve penetration. Hailed as a very promising cosmeceutical ingredient during the 20th World Congress of Dermatology in Paris, 2002, research showed palmitoyl pentapeptide-4 produced substantial improvements in wrinkle appearance more quickly than retinol and without the negative effects such as irritation and dryness.
It has been proven to stimulate collagen and hyaluronic acid synthesis and improve photoaged skin. Clinical studies showed positive changes in elastin, collagen and hyaluronic acid concentrations, resulting in a decrease in depth, volume and length of wrinkles.
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(source: Skin Inc. Magazine July 2011)
Products with this ingredient
Body Toning Beauty Pack
New! 2-in-1: contains a cosmeceutical (Body Sculpting Gel) and nutraceutical (Body Toning capsules) for an inside out cellulite approach.
Anti-Aging Deep Nutrition Complex (combination skin)
New! Day-/nightcream with peptides, ceramids, omega 3 & 6 and natural botanical extracts. For combination skin.
Anti-Aging Deep Nutrition Complex (normal/dry skin)
New! Day-/nightcream with peptides, ceramids, omega 3 & 6 and natural botanical extracts. For normal to dry skin.
Body Sculpting Gel
New! Triple action formula to reduce fat cells, improve drainage and microcirculation and increase firmness and elasticity.
emerginC launches new Body Lotion
emerginC launches new anti-aging body lotion: the Vitamin C, Hemp, Avocado + Argan Body Lotion!
