Ingredient
Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4
Matrixyl
Palmitoyl pentapeptide-3 (old naming)
Pal-KTTKS
What it is
A synthetic peptide consisting of a palmitic acid chain attached to a pentapeptide, used to support collagen production.
How it works
Mimics a fragment of collagen to signal fibroblasts to increase collagen and elastin synthesis, improving skin firmness over time.
What it does
Skin conditioning
Concerns to know
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Well tolerated
No significant safety concern is reported for this ingredient as used in cosmetics.