What are the main functions of peptides?

In recent years, peptides have become extremely popular, like fairies with their own halos. Once peptides are added to skin care products, they seem to become more upscale. So, what exactly are peptides? What are its main effects and functions? If you’re interested, come and have a look!

What are the main functions of peptides?

Peptides refer to small molecule proteins that have multiple effects such as scavenging free radicals, anti-aging, repair, whitening, and promoting protein production. They are substances that are very beneficial to the skin and are often added to skin care products to bring out their advantages. Peptides are composed of amino acids linked by peptide chains. The number of amino acids they contain ranges from two to nine, and are called dipeptides, tripeptides, tetrapeptides, and so on.

The effects of hexapeptide on skin

1. Antioxidant effect: Hexapeptide can be said to be a substance that can effectively soothe and inhibit forehead wrinkles, crow's feet and wrinkles on the surrounding muscles. In the Spanish Hexapeptide SOS Essence, hexapeptide is also called golden hexapeptide. It can inhibit the release of neurotransmitters, reduce the contraction of facial muscles, and regulate and reduce expression lines, thereby playing a good antioxidant and anti-wrinkle role.

2. It will make the skin smoother: In addition to hexapeptide, the Spanish Hexapeptide SOS Essence also contains Centella asiatica. Centella asiatica has a good effect on the connection between the epidermis and the dermis. Long-term use of this product will make the skin firm and smooth, and will also solve the problem of sagging skin. After long-term use, the skin will become smoother and more elastic.

3. Promote protein regeneration: Hexapeptide has the function of promoting collagen synthesis, especially the Centella asiatica ingredient contained in this Spanish Hexapeptide SOS Essence Solution can promote the regeneration of fibrin, reduce skin tension lines, and make the skin firmer, smoother and more delicate.