Best Peptides for Anti-aging, Skin Brightening & Barrier Repair

Not all peptides are created equal. Peptides are versatile ingredients that can have a variety of different cosmetic uses and different benefits to the skin. Here s my quick guide on how to choose the best skincare peptide ingredients based on your skin goals. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:49 Benefits of Peptides 2:00 Science of Peptides 3:00 Product Review Begins 3:15 Signaling Peptides 3:30 Hydrating & Barrier Repair Peptides 4:30 Anti-aging Peptides 5:18 Neurotransmitter inhibiting peptides/Anti-aging peptides 5:50 Brightening Peptides 7:26 Antimicrobial Peptides Signal peptides are really where most of the data has shown to improve the visible appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Signal peptides as the name suggest are basically signaling your skin to create more collagen, elastin and glycosaminoglycans like HA and to decrease the breakdown of collagen. The most popular peptide for cosmetic use is MATRIXYL(brand name)/Palmitoyl Pentapeptide 4 and Matrixyl 3000 (palmitoyl tripeptide-1 and palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7). These peptides restore and maintain the skin’s youthful appearance by signaling to cells to produce more collagen. The products mentioned in the video containing these peptides for barrier repair are: Rhode Skincare Naturium Multipeptide Moisturizer https://myshlf.us/p-514317 E.L.F sleeping Mask https://myshlf.us/p-514318 The products mentioned in the video containing these peptides for anti-aging are: Olay +Peptide 24 Products (Vitamin C/Retinol/Collagen) https://myshlf.us/p-514314 https://myshlf.us/p-514315 https://myshlf.us/p-514316 Skinbetter Overnight Correcting Serum https://shop-links.co/1734355414294978346 Neurotransmitter-inhibiting peptides – help reduce muscle movement for a ‘botox-like’ effect. These peptides have a smoothing effect on the look and feel of lines and wrinkles. These ingredients temporarily relax the facial muscles that cause expression lines to form in areas like the corners of the eyes, around the mouth and the forehead. The Neuro-calming products mentioned in the video are: Revision Line Relaxer 8 peptides https://myshlf.us/p-514320 Kiehls Retinol + peptides https://myshlf.us/p-514319 Rhode Glazing peptide serum Enzyme inhibiting peptides are great for helping with hyperpigmentation and brightening the skin. Look for products with hydrolyzed rice protein that have pigment inhibiting properties. The products mentioned in the video containing these peptides are: Skinfix triple lipid barrier https://myshlf.us/p-514313 Elta MD PM Moisturizer https://myshlf.us/p-514311 Vichy Liftactiv Vit C + Peptide. https://myshlf.us/p-514312 The best-known carrier peptide is copper peptide, and you may have seen it highlighted as an ingredient in anti-aging creams.The most well studied peptide in this category is a tripeptide known as GHK or Copper peptide. The products mentioned in the video containing these peptides are: The Ordinary buffet + Copper Peptide. https://myshlf.us/p514310 Biossance Copper Peptide. https://myshlf.us/p-514309 Pigment inhibiting peptides like Tetrapeptide 30 and Nonapeptide-1 are great for helping with hyperpigmentation and brightening the skin. The products mentioned in the video containing these peptides are: Allies of Skin Mandelic Pigment Correcting Serum https://myshlf.us/p-514307 Eadem Cloud Cushion Brightening Moisturizer https://myshlf.us/p-514308 Skin Better Even Skin Tone Correcting Serum https://shop-links.co/1734355414294978346 Antimicrobial peptides – help prevent the growth of bacteria. These can be found in Bacitracin FTC Disclaimer: This video is not sponsored. Some links above are affiliate links from which I get a small commission that helps support my channel allowing me to continue making educational content for you. The opinions expressed in my videos are all my own honest opinions and feelings. Some products may have been received through PR. Thanks so much for watching! Subscribe to my channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/DrAlexisStephens Follow me for more fun skincare tips on IG/Tiktok @ dralexisstephens ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ ✖ Medical Disclaimer: This video is not intended to provide diagnosis, treatment or medical advice. Content provided on this Youtube channel is for informational purposes only. Please consult with a physician or other healthcare professional regarding any medical or health related diagnosis or treatment options. Information on this Youtube channel should not be considered as a substitute for advice from a healthcare professional. The statements made about specific products throughout this video are not to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. #peptides #antiaging #dermatologist