Is oligopeptide a hormone?

As a popular skin care product in recent years, oligopeptides have been unanimously recognized by the skin care industry, but some people who are new to oligopeptides may not know much about them. Let’s take a look at what oligopeptides are. Do oligopeptides contain hormones?

Is oligopeptide a hormone?

Oligopeptides are not hormones. The real oligopeptide essence does not contain hormones, and will not cause skin dependence even if used every day for a long time. It is a recombinant human epidermal growth factor, a peptide substance, a classification of polypeptides, and has a very small molecular weight of 180-1000 Daltons. Regular oligopeptide products have removed allergens, and almost no one will be allergic to it.

What are oligopeptides?

Oligopeptide is a small molecule protein fragment with biological activity. It has strong biological activity and diversity and plays an important physiological function in the body. For example, it has cosmetic effects such as wound repair, anti-oxidation, anti-wrinkle, and skin rejuvenation. Among them, the most widely used type in the medical and beauty industries is oligopeptide-1 (EGF), which is epidermal growth factor. EGF was discovered by Dr. Stanley Cohen in 1962 and won the Nobel Prize in 1986.

How to use oligopeptides

1. Use with toner, essence, water and oil products

First pour some toner into the palm of your hand, then add 1 drop of stock solution. The toner will become viscous. Ordinary toner can only serve as a secondary cleansing agent, but adding oligopeptides can also increase skin vitality.

2. Use a facial mask

Before applying the mask, apply 1-2 drops of oligopeptide solution evenly on the entire face, and then cover with the mask. Many beauty bloggers like to use this mask spa method. After applying it, you will find that your skin is not only translucent, but also fuller and more elastic.

3. Use lotion, cream and sunscreen

Squeeze the lotion into the palm of your hand, drop 1 drop of the original solution, and apply it on your face. It will feel smooth and supple, especially for some creams that are difficult to spread. The oligopeptide original solution will be absorbed immediately after applying it on your face, and it will not feel sticky.