Peptides (& what they do for your skin)

Peptides are chains of amino acids that are found naturally in every human cell in the body. They are biological messengers communicating between various cells and they have many functions within the body.

How Peptides Work

• They signal the production of more collagen and elastin
• They reduce skin losing its firmness and undergoing textural changes that cause sagging and wrinkles
• Peptides also promote the production of hyaluronic acid
• They play a vital role in inhibiting enzymes that cause an overproduction of melanin thereby reducing the risks of pigmentation

Why Peptides are Beneficial for the Skin

• Peptides play a supporting role in defending against a natural ageing process caused by both intrinsic changes and extrinsic damage
• They stimulate structural proteins without irritating side effects as they are more gentle and can be used on sensitive skin

Peptides for Pigmentation

• Reduce pigment synthesis
• Reduce tyrosinase production
• Reduces melanosome transfer (pigment package to keratinocytes)
• Reduces pro-inflammatory cytokines

Peptides for Anti-Ageing

• A combination of peptides helps promote new collagen production
• Softens the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as collagen production improves and the skin becomes firmer
• Helps improve the appearance of eye area puffiness
• Promote skin tissue repair and regeneration
• Stimulates the synthesis of the key skin matrix components, improving skin health, reducing inflammation and preserving skin elasticity

Peptides for Inflammation

• Helps reduce inflammation

Peptides for Hair Growth

• Polypeptides contribute to eyelash health by promoting protein synthesis. they may support the structure and strength of eyelashes, helping prevent breakage and promoting growth.

Treatment tips when using peptides

• Cleanse the face thoroughly before application
• Apply your peptide serum after cleansing in the morning and evening. Allow it to absorb before applying a moisturiser, make-up or sunscreen in the morning
• Introduce the serum or cream slowly according to skin tolerance

Peptide skincare ingredients

• Oligopeptide
• Pentapeptide
• Tripeptides
• Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
• Dipeptide-2
• Tetrapeptides

Skincare products containing peptides:

Peptides for Pigmentation

Peptides help provide a more uniform skin tone. Dr Webster recommends:

• NeoStrata® Illuminating Serum
• Lamelle Brighter Concentrate

Peptides for Anti-Ageing

Peptides improve skin firmness and elasticity, reduce wrinkles, support skin repair and rejuvenation. Dr Webster recommends:

• NeoStrata® Skin Active Dermal Replenishment
• pHformula Point Age Reverse
• ​​PCA Skin ExLinea® Peptide Smoothing Serum
• MartiDerm Expression Gel

Peptides for Inflammation

Peptides can provide relief from discomfort, redness, and itching associated with inflammation. Dr Webster recommends:

• NeoStrata® Redness Neutralizing Serum

Peptides for Hair Growth

Polypeptides are beneficial amino acids to protect the eyelashes and brow hair against breakage. Dr Webster recommends:

• RapidLash Eyelash Enhancing Serum
• RapidBrow Eyebrow Enhancing Serum