If you're already at a phase in your life where you find yourself frequenting the anti-aging portion of the skin care aisle in department stores and supermarkets, chances are, you're already witnessing signs of aging on your skin and you definitely want to act on it and preserve whatever collagen is left.
In your inspired search for the next best anti-aging product, you've probably come across this ingredient: PEPTIDES.
In today's INGREDIENT OF THE WEEK, let's get to know one of the most potent anti-aging ingredients, also known as the 'messengers of the skin'.
What is a Peptide? A peptide is an amino acid and when peptides join together, they become proteins; a peptide is the basis of protein as cell is the basis of the human anatomy.
There are three kinds of peptides that are commonly used in skin care:
1. CARRIER PEPTIDES- peptides that ensure delivery of trace elements such as copper and manganese to the skin, resulting in boost in collagen production.
2. NEUROTRANSMITTER PEPTIDES- peptides that instruct muscles to contract to smooth a wrinkly area.
3. INHIBITOR PEPTIDES- peptides that hinder enzymes that cause collagen breakdown.
The popular peptides used in skin care are Oligopeptide, Syn-Ake, Tripeptide, and Copper peptides to name a few.
How do we obtain peptides? Peptides are naturally- occurring in the body, but they decrease overtime. Supplements, food, and skin care are a great source. Peptide- rich foods are milk, soybean, fish, meat, and eggs.
There are hundreds of kinds of peptide and since we're talking about skin care, let's talk about one of the famous proteins, Collagen.
PEPTIDE: BENEFITS
How peptides work is they act as neurotransmitters for the cells to instruct the body to produce more collagen; that's why they're also called as messengers of the skin. When we hit 24, collagen production of the body slows down; research has shown that the body produces only 1% of collagen when we get to this age and every year, as we age, collagen production slows down significantly and whatever collagen left within the skin breaks down and becomes fragmented; collagen is responsible for giving us that smooth, even, firm- looking skin and when we lose it, wrinkles form, skin begins to sag and look uneven, which signals the early stages of skin aging.
Studies have shown that peptides are effective in boosting collagen production within the skin when applied topically, but according to this article, it's funny how it works: when you apply a peptide- rich product on say, your face, the body detects that there might be an injury on that area, therefore it automatically boosts collagen production and diverts it to that area to help it 'heal'.
Aside from being a messenger, the benefits of peptides are as diverse as its variations, helping the body function properly and ensuring that vital minerals, vitamins, and processes are carried into place every single day. Suffice to say, peptides are very important to our body!
PEPTIDE: SIDE EFFECTS
Skin- friendly peptides are generally mild and safe, but in very sensitive skin types, it can trigger redness, itch, and irritation. If you have sensitive skin, best to conduct a patch test first before complete usage.
PEPTIDE: USES
- as an injectable
- as supplement
- as skin care ingredient
Now here are some of the peptide- rich skin care that can help delay line formation, sagging, dullness, and brittleness of the skin:
1. OLAY REGENERIST MICRO-SCULTPING CREAM
- Olay's famous cream contains collagen peptides; the formula is specifically designed to induce collagen production within the skin.
- A renewing skin peel duo that gently resurfaces skin, revealing a healthy, plump, glowing look.
- A cocktail of skin- loving natural extracts, oils, and peptide to give skin a soft, smoother, and instantly refined appearance; great to use with makeup use as well.
- A sheet mask that's packed with peptides to deliver instantly refreshed, young- looking skin.
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5. THE ORDINARY BUFFET
- One of The Ordinary's famous serum, Buffet some of the well- known and best peptides in skin care to create a powerful anti-aging serum that smooths the skin, minimizes fine lines, improves texture and clarity, firms the skin, and wards off wrinkles.
Hope you learned something new today!
9 Comments
in anti aging skin cares I like those who protects the skin from the sun’s damaging UV rays and improves the elasticity of the skin, which keeps your skin smoother and moisturized.. gentle effects sa skin
ReplyDeleteWow! I need this ingredient in my skincare. I’m in my 40’s and my collagen is depleting for sure. This is a great help coz I’m planning to get a new serum or moisturizer but I don’t what to get. Probably, Olay or The Ordinary. Thank you Ms. M!
ReplyDeleteYes! Thats all i need! Might try the vitapack..un lang pinakamura sa namention..lol! But i know the higher the price the more effective it is..
ReplyDeleteAnd i love this kind of your blog..very informative..sna every month Ms. Martha..dagdag kaalaman para sa mga babae gaya ko..salamat
ReplyDeleteI agree those are some good products mentioned there. Although I would like to try each one of those but when it comes to my skin care and anti aging needs, I would highly recommend the brand Venofye Its worked amazing for our entire family. A little on the expensive side but you do start seeing long lasting results in a few days.
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ReplyDeleteReally happy to know that amazing things about peptide. Keep sharing to make intelligent us. LOL!
ReplyDeleteLet me know what you think of this post! :)