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Peptides

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Peptides are chains of amino acids. Cosmetic chemist differentiate between peptides that are beneficial to the skin and those that are not. When a peptide is proven in laboratory testing to improve the skin in some way, it is classified as an active peptide. Among these are algae peptides, colhibin, elhibin, eyeliss and neuropeptides.

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What are peptides in skincare?

Peptides are chains of amino acids. In skincare, active peptides are used for their benefits to the skin.

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