What it is
This is a short chain of amino acids (a peptide) used in skincare for its reputation to help relax the look of repeated expression movements and smooth the appearance of fine lines. It is water-soluble and used at low levels.
Safety & warnings
Generally well tolerated in topical use.
Origin & sourcing
Synthetic peptide.
Questions everyone asks
What does acetyl hexapeptide-8 do?
It is a peptide used to help soften the look of expression lines.
Is it the same as a wrinkle injection?
No, it is a topical peptide and works very differently from injectable treatments.