Why Peptides Are So Anti-Ageing

Peptides are proven with scientific studies to work in our skin and actually make a change, which results in us looking more youthful. This is good to know as the world of skin care can be confusing, with so many products and beauty claims when it comes to turning back the hands of time. Unfortunately, no cream can have an instant dramatic effect on skin to make us look ten years younger, but we can help to keep skin looking as youthful as possible, by using skincare with high performing ingredients. One of these ingredients is peptides and this is why we include some in Nakin’s Anti-Ageing Face Products.

Peptides are great as they help to improve the look of skin and reduce the prominence of lines and wrinkles. They are well known by dermatologists to be the next best anti-ageing performing ingredient to retinol. We will all have heard about retinol and its powerful effects but with it being a strong synthetic ingredient, there can be repercussions for our skin, in the form of redness, itching and flaking. The lovely thing about peptides is that they can be naturally derived, which in our view is always the best when it comes to anti-ageing. This is because natural ingredients usually make our skin happy and content, whereas synthetic ingredients can put stress onto it. So, in our view natural peptides are the best when it comes to skin anti-ageing ingredients.

Why Peptides Are So Anti-Ageing

Peptides are chains of amino acids which are the building blocks of protein in our skin. Skin has one dominant protein which is collagen. When we are younger, we have lots of collagen, however, it starts to drop off when we get to our thirties and continues to decline throughout our life. As collagen declines our skin becomes less elastic which results in the formation of wrinkles. Peptides can then help to smooth out lines and wrinkles for smoother fresher skin.

Dermatologists generally rate peptides as the next most anti-ageing ingredient after retinol. We all know that retinol has powerful anti-ageing effects for the skin, but it can also have negative effects on the skin such as causing irritation, dryness and sensitivity. Peptides have less of the negative effects and especially if it is a natural peptide. This is why at Nakin we only use natural actives and extracts and two of our products contain a powerful natural oligopeptide, which is Hydrolysed Hibiscus Esculentus. The Nakin Anti-Ageing Products that contain this are our Nakin Eye Cream Complex and Nakin Performance Face Serum. It is such a great ingredient as it is able to improve the look of fine lines, wrinkles and even deep forehead lines, providing an effective way to naturally reverse the signs of skin ageing. Our eye cream and face serum are also filled with lots of other beautiful plant ingredients that have additional anti-ageing benefits for the face and neck, such as hydration, brightness, and antioxidant protection.

Types of Peptides

Peptides have gained significant attention in the realm of skincare due to their remarkable anti-ageing properties. These short chains of amino acids play a crucial role in building proteins such as collagen and elastin, which are essential for maintaining skin's firmness and elasticity. Over time, the natural production of these proteins decreases, resulting in wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin. By incorporating peptides into skincare, the skin can be stimulated to produce more collagen and repair itself effectively. Additionally, peptides can enhance the skin barrier, improve hydration, and reduce inflammation, making them a powerhouse ingredient in combating the visible signs of ageing.

At Nakin we use a natural peptide derived from hibiscus, it is excellent for lines and wrinkles and improving the skin in many ways, however, there are other synthetic versions. Some of the most commonly used peptides in skincare include:

• Palmitoyl Pentapeptide: Also known as Matrixyl, this peptide boosts collagen production and helps reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Acetyl Hexapeptide-8: This peptide is also called Argireline and is known for its ability to relax facial muscles, resulting in reduced wrinkles and expression lines.
• Copper Tripeptide: This peptide has potent antioxidant properties that protect the skin from oxidative damage and promote wound healing.

Apart from these, there are several other types of peptides used in skincare products such as neuropeptides, signal peptides, and carrier peptides. Each type has a specific function, but they all work towards improving the overall health and appearance of the skin.

Final Word on Why Peptides are so Anti-Ageing for Our Skin

We hope that you enjoyed our feature about the anti-ageing effects of peptides, and that our blog posts help you to develop and improve your face care regimes. As you can see peptides are a great anti-ageing ingredient and we especially love the natural versions, like the hibiscus that we use in Nakin’s products. At Nakin we have everything needed in a good face care routine and you can find out more about us and our products below.

• Discover our award-winning natural anti-ageing face treatments.
• Discover our award-winning natural anti-ageing moisturisers.
• Discover our award-winning natural anti-ageing eye cream.
• Discover our award-winning natural anti-ageing lip care.
• See our full range of natural anti-ageing products, with everything needed in an effective face care routine.

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