Palmitoyl Hexapeptide-52
A synthetic lipopeptide that suppresses neuron-to-muscle signal transfer, providing a topical muscle-relaxing effect that reduces the appearance of expression lines.
Benefits
- ✓Inhibits acetylcholine release to relax expression-line muscle contractions
- ✓Potentiates the effect of Palmitoyl Heptapeptide-18 when combined
- ✓Improves the appearance of skin texture, elasticity, and smoothness
No known watch-fors.
In depth
What it does
A synthetic lipopeptide that suppresses neuron-to-muscle signal transfer, providing a topical muscle-relaxing effect that reduces the appearance of expression lines. As an active ingredient, it is particularly valued for inhibits acetylcholine release to relax expression-line muscle contractions, potentiates the effect of palmitoyl heptapeptide-18 when combined, and improves the appearance of skin texture, elasticity, and smoothness.
Skin type guide
Generally well-tolerated across skin types, including sensitive skin. As with any new ingredient, a patch test is always a sensible first step.
How to use it
Apply after cleansing and any toning steps, before moisturiser. Start with a few times per week to assess tolerability before building to daily use.
