You will hear us talk a lot about the power of peptides and how amazing they are when it comes to skincare; but what are peptides?
What are peptides?
They are short chains of amino acids, linked together by peptide bonds. There are 20 individual naturally-occurring amino acids which can be linked together to give different combinations. Each assist with different skin concerns.
Peptides are the building blocks of proteins. Our skin is naturally overflowing with different proteins and peptides, including collagen and elastin. They are both responsible for retaining the skin’s natural strength and resilience.
When applied to the skin, peptides can act as communicators. They trigger a response in certain cells of the skin. They give your skin a specific instruction to do ‘something’, and that ‘something’ entirely depends on what order your amino acids are in.
Medik8 and Peptides
Medik8 have a range of different peptide products which can be used as part of your skincare routine.
Copper PCA Peptides
With patented technology using copper PCA as an antioxidant, this energising peptide serum was formulated to expertly recharge skin for optimal free radical protection. The ultimate armour against premature skin ageing, the innovative dual-chambered serum helps to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin.
It is the perfect replacement for those who struggle to incorporate vitamin C into their regime. Mineral copper PCA offers unprecedented antioxidant power.
Enriched with age-defying peptides including Matrixyl 3000, Copper PCA Peptides visibly lifts and smooths to keep skin looking plump, soft and hydrated while reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Clarity Peptides
Infused with 10% niacinamide, it works wonders for visibly soothing red, inflamed or blemish-prone skin. This milky serum promotes glass-like skin when you need it the most. The formula features next-generation Crystalide™ peptides. They help to clean up the skin’s waste proteins to promote a crystal clear complexion. Clarity Peptides is an ideal alternative to BHAs for tackling blemish-prone skin, particularly for sensitive skins.
Liquid Peptides
This is incredible for anti-ageing. The 30% peptide-packed formula helps to fight expression wrinkles by helping to stimulate collagen production. Boosted with a pioneering drone-based delivery system, the formula ensures every peptide is activated within the layer of skin where it’s needed the most. The skin is left soft to touch, deeply hydrated and ultimately more youthful-looking.
Eyelift Peptides
The ultimate lifting and firming eye treatment. With a complex of 5 collagen-boosting peptides, this multi-action, anti-ageing eye serum helps to visibly lift and shape the look of eye contours for an immediate well-rested, bright-eyed look. This award-winning formula also harnesses the powers of hesperidin to minimise the appearance of dark circles, plus glycerin to hydrate the delicate eye area.
For more information on Peptides or if you would like to know how you could incorporate this into your skincare routine please contact us.