Skincare & Cosmetic Peptides
Topical peptides used in skincare for anti-wrinkle, collagen stimulation, and skin rejuvenation. These are available over-the-counter in serums and creams.
All Skincare & Cosmetic Peptides (3)
Argireline
Over-the-CounterCosmetic Peptides
Argireline is a synthetic hexapeptide widely used in cosmetic skincare as a topical alternative to Botox. It reduces the appearance of wrinkles by inh...
Wrinkle reductionExpression line smoothingAnti-aging skincare
Matrixyl 3000
Over-the-CounterCosmetic Peptides
Matrixyl 3000 is a patented combination of two peptides (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7) designed to stimulate collagen productio...
Collagen stimulationAnti-wrinkleSkin firmness
GHK-Cu
Compoundable (Rx)Anti-Aging Peptides
GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper complex) is a naturally occurring tripeptide-copper complex found in human plasma, saliva, and urine. It dec...
Anti-agingSkin rejuvenationWound healing
Comparison Table
| Peptide | Legal Status (USA) | Evidence | Administration | Half-Life | Primary Uses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Argireline | Over-the-Counter | B | topical | N/A | Wrinkle reductionExpression line smoothing+1 |
| Matrixyl 3000 | Over-the-Counter | B | topical | N/A | Collagen stimulationAnti-wrinkle+2 |
| GHK-Cu | Compoundable (Rx) | B | subcutaneous, topical | ~2-4 hours | Anti-agingSkin rejuvenation+3 |