What Are Peptides?

What are Peptides?

Peptides are fragments of proteins found naturally in our skin that play various roles in maintaining our skin’s health and function. They’re involved in processes including wound healing, collagen production, and maintaining our skin’s barrier function.

How Do They Work in the Skin?

Structural peptides help rebuild and strengthen skin cells. As we age, the natural production of peptides declines, causing wrinkles and a loss of firmness. When included in skincare, peptide-powered formulas can help to supplement these natural peptides in the skin. Different classifications of peptides can perform various tasks within the skin to support a range of skin conditions and concerns.

What Role Do They Play in AlumierMD Skincare?

Clinically proven, MATRIXYL® Synthe’6® is a specialized tripeptide that strengthens the skin structure and builds resilience to minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. It’s classified as a matrikine peptide, a specific type of peptide known for its role in skin repair and regeneration. It’s made up of small protein fragments that signal to the skin to produce more collagen, which is crucial for maintaining a smoother and firmer complexion.

This powerful anti-aging peptide is found in the following top selling products: EverActive C&E®+ Peptide, Retinol Resurfacing Serum (0.25, 0.5, 1.0), Ultimate Boost Serum, EvenTone, HydraLight, HydraDew, AluminEye® and Eye Rescue Pads.

Hero-Product Spotlight: EverActive C&E®+ Peptide

AlumierMD hero product EverActive C&E®+ Peptide taps the power of peptides to dramatically reduce the signs of aging. It’s clinically proven to enhance skin tone, reduce pigmentation, and minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Meanwhile, vitamin C, a well-studied antioxidant known to protect cells from free-radical damage and support collagen synthesis, is housed in the cap and is only mixed with the serum when you activate it, keeping it optimally fresh and most effective. This unique combination, plus moisturizing vitamin E, brightens skin tone and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. (No wonder people rave about it!)

Shake up your skincare with additional high-performance peptides today, found in the following AlumierMD must-haves:

• Acne Clarifying Cleanser
  A mild but deeply effective pH-balanced gel cleanser for blemish-prone skin with a bacteria-managing peptide that works alongside salicylic acid to reduce breakouts and decongest pores.
   
• Retinol Resurfacing Serum (0.25, 0.5, 1.0)
  Microencapsulated retinol serums with MATRIXYL® Synthe’6® peptide visibly improve the appearance of fine lines, clogged pores, and skin texture.
   
• Acne Balancing Serum
  This innovative blend of encapsulated and free-form salicylic acid serum features a specialized peptide to help reduce the spread of blemish-causing bacteria, keeping new breakouts at bay.
   
• EvenTone
  A hybrid, skin-brightening serum with a punchy peptide duo, to help even out the complexion, while visibly targeting the look of wrinkles for a smoother, more radiant complexion.
   
• Ultimate Boost Serum
  This anti-aging serum boosts hydration, targets the signs of aging and enhances the skin’s natural barrier function by combining a wrinkle-reducing peptide with everyone’s favorite skin-boosting ingredient: hyaluronic acid.
   
• HydraCalm
  A rich and restorative moisturizer with natural calming ingredients including copper peptide, known to improve skin health and appearance.
   
• HydraLight
  A light, moisturizing formula enriched with a wrinkle-reducing peptide that strengthens the skin and improves skin texture.
   
• HydraDew
  A peptide-rich, anti-aging formula that nourishes and strengthens the skin’s barrier function for a plump and dewy complexion.
   
• Eye Rescue Pads
  Refreshing pads moisturize and brighten the skin around the delicate eye area.
   
• AluminEye™
  An award-winning eye cream that helps diminish the appearance of fine lines, dark circles, and puffiness, with peptides to firm and target the visible signs of aging.
   
• Recovery Balm
  An antioxidant and peptide-rich moisturizer formulated to support sensitized skin post-procedure and delicate skin types.
   
• HydraClarité
  An ultra-light, non-comedogenic moisturizer for blemish-prone skin, with an antimicrobial peptide to reduce the spread of blemish-causing bacteria.

Ask your AlumierMD pro how you can incorporate peptides into your skincare routine. Or click here to find a professional near you.