Acetyl hexapeptide-8 is a synthetic peptide that is primarily used in skin care products. Formerly known by its original trade name Argireline and generically as acetyl hexapeptide-3, it has water-binding properties and skin-restoring abilities that play roles in helping skin look and feel younger.
Acetyl hexapeptide-8 is a neurotransmitter-inhibiting peptide, meaning it works within skin’s surface layers to interrupt the look of expression lines; however, its efficacy in this regard doesn’t replace in-office wrinkle-smoothing injectable procedures. Interestingly, research from suppliers has shown this peptide also helps support skin’s collagen and preserve a firmer appearance.
Studies have shown this peptide can penetrate further into skin and delivery greater efficacy for smoothing expression lines if specific formulary steps are followed, including accounting for the type of emulsion (a higher water content allows greater penetration). As always, this demonstrates the importance of selecting well-formulated skin care products to add to your routine.
Basic Info. MOTS-c is a 16 amino acid peptide that is coded by the mitochondrial genome. The mitochondria are the “power generators” in cells that convert chemical energy from food into a form that cells can use. Two other mitochondrial-derived peptides (MDPs) have also been discovered so far, humanin and SHLP1-6, but their possible involvement in human performance enhancement is unknown. According to new research, mitochondrial-derived peptides such as MOTS-c have a role in maintaining mitochondrial function and protecting cells under different stresses 1 . It has been shown that exercise causes MOTS-c levels to go up in humans. Furthermore, it has been shown in mice that MOTS-c treatment improves physical performance in mice of all ages and seems to regulate skeletal muscle metabolism and gene expression. ...
Basic Info. SNAP-8 is an octapeptide widely used in skin care products. It can effectively reduce facial wrinkles, especially on the forehead and around the eyes. It is considered a natural alternative to Botox, which reduces wrinkles by reducing the contraction of facial muscles. It can also bind to neurotransmitter receptors on nerve cells, blocking the transmission of nerve signals, thereby reducing muscle contraction and wrinkle formation. It can also help improve the skin's barrier function, enhance the skin's resistance, prevent skin moisture loss, and maintain skin elasticity. ...
Basic Info. Cagrilintide, a long-acting analogue of the hormone amylin, presents a promising new approach to tackling obesity. Unlike many weight-loss drugs that only target one mechanism, cagrilintide works on multiple fronts. It suppresses appetite by promoting feelings of fullness (satiety) and slows down gastric emptying, making people feel full for longer periods of time. Early trials of cagrilintide have shown that it leads to significant weight loss compared to placebo and even other peptides like liraglutide, which is currently used for obesity treatment. In one study, participants taking cagrilintide lost up to 10.8% of their body weight over 26 weeks, outperforming those on liraglutide. Sustained weight loss like this can help break the cycle of yo-yo dieting. ...
Basic Info. ARA 290, a Nonerythropoietic Peptide Engineered from Erythropoietin, Improves Metabolic Control and Neuropathic Symptoms in Patients with Type 2 Diabetes. ARA 290 has been shown to be effective in the reduction of inflammation and activation of the healing process in a wide variety of preclinical models as well as in patients. With respect to diabetes, substantial recent work has shown that rhEPO can improve the diabetic state in animal models . However, in addition to interacting with the innate repair receptor in a paracrine/autocrine manner, EPO also functions as a circulating hormone via its interaction with the EPO receptor homodimer that mediates hematopoiesis. ...
Basic Info. Cerebrolysin, a neuropeptide preparation, has been extensively studied in rat models to evaluate its potential in treating neurological impairments. Research indicates that Cerebrolysin can significantly enhance cognitive functions and promote neuroprotection following brain injuries. It is rats subjected to mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI) were treated with Cerebrolysin. The results demonstrated notable improvements in long-term spatial learning and memory, as assessed by the Morris water maze test. Additionally, treated rats exhibited reduced accumulation of amyloid precursor protein and decreased astrogliosis, suggesting neuroprotective effects. ...
