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Pentapeptide-18

Explained

This peptide is more commonly known as Leuphasyl. It has similar properties to argireline, the "botox peptide".

According to a manufacturer, Pentapeptide-18 mimics botulinum to freeze muscles and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. Their study found this 5% of this ingredient reduced wrinkles by 11%.

Combining this ingredient with Argireline showed improved results.

See all 60 products with Pentapeptide-18

Users who like it
97%
Users who avoid it
3%

What it does

Skin Conditioning To hydrate and soften skin

Alternative names

Leuphasyl

Prevalence

Less common Percentage of products that contain it
0.1%
Top categories
Treatments
Eye Care
Moisturizers
Position Predominant list placement
Top 50%

References

CosIng Data

CosIng ID 85801
INCI Name PENTAPEPTIDE-18
EC #  -
All Functions Skin Conditioning