Ingredient guide
Acetyl hexapeptide-4
acetyl hexapeptide-4
In short
Acetyl Hexapeptide‑4 is a stabilised form of Hexapeptide‑4 designed to stay active longer on the skin. It supports firmness and texture by engaging collagen‑related signalling pathways.
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What it is
N-terminally acetylated form of hexapeptide-4; acetylation at the amino terminus improves metabolic stability against aminopeptidase activity in the stratum corneum, extending the effective concentration reaching fibroblasts; targets the same procollagen I C-terminal receptor pathway as the parent peptide but with an improved half-life in formulation; hydrophilic and compatible with most aqueous systems.
When to use it
Evenings suit it best.
Where it sits
Serums sit after toner and before moisturiser. Thinnest to thickest, water before oil.
- Cleanse
- Tone
- Acetyl hexapeptide-4
- Moisturise
- SPF
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What does Acetyl Hexapeptide‑4 do?
It helps improve the feel of elasticity and smoothness while maintaining better stability than its unmodified form.
Who is it for?
It suits anyone interested in gentle peptide-based texture and elasticity support.
How is it used?
You’ll find it in water‑based serums or moisturisers that layer easily with most routines.
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