SNAP-8 | Acetyl Octapeptide-3
SNAP-8 is often used as an alternative to facial injections due to its non-invasive nature and effectiveness in reducing expression lines and wrinkles.
Directions:
Pour contents (100mg) into 2 oz serum for 5% active peptide.
Pour contents (200mg) into 2 oz serum for strong 10% active peptide.
Add as many peptides as desired.
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Description: SNAP-8 is a synthetic peptide composed of eight amino acids. It is an elongation of the well-known Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-8) and is designed to reduce the depth of wrinkles caused by facial muscle contractions. SNAP-8 is often used as an alternative to facial injections due to its non-invasive nature and effectiveness in reducing expression lines and wrinkles.
SNAP-8 Benefits:
- Anti-Wrinkle: Reduces the depth and appearance of expression lines and wrinkles, especially those around the forehead and eyes.
- Muscle Relaxation: Inhibits muscle contractions that contribute to wrinkle formation, similar to the mechanism of facial injections but in a topical application.
- Skin Smoothing: Improves the overall texture and smoothness of the skin.
- Hydrating: Enhances the skin's moisture retention, providing a smoother and more hydrated appearance.
How does SNAP-8 work?
SNAP-8 works by mimicking the N-terminal end of the SNAP-25 protein, competing with SNAP-25 for a position in the SNARE complex. This competition destabilizes the SNARE complex, which is essential for the release of neurotransmitters from the nerve cells. By inhibiting the release of these neurotransmitters, SNAP-8 reduces muscle contractions, thereby preventing the formation of expression lines and wrinkles.
Clinical Studies:
- Wrinkle Reduction: Studies have shown that SNAP-8 can reduce wrinkle depth by up to 30% after 28 days of use, particularly around the eyes and forehead.
- Muscle Relaxation: Clinical trials have demonstrated a significant reduction in muscle contraction frequency and intensity, leading to a smoother skin appearance.
- Skin Texture: Users have reported improvements in skin smoothness and hydration levels.
Usage:
- Formulation: SNAP-8 can be incorporated into various skincare products, including serums, creams, lotions, and eye treatments.
- Concentration: Typically used at concentrations ranging from 2% to 10% in cosmetic formulations.
Applications:
- Anti-Aging Serums: To reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles caused by facial expressions.
- Eye Creams: To minimize crow's feet and other expression lines around the eyes.
- Facial Creams: To provide a smoother and more youthful appearance by reducing the depth of wrinkles.
- Moisturizers: To enhance hydration and improve skin texture.
Safety:
SNAP-8 is considered safe for use in topical skincare products. It has undergone various safety and efficacy tests to ensure it is suitable for inclusion in cosmetic formulations.
- CAS868844-74-0
- SequenceUnk-glu-glu-met-gln-arg-arg-ala-asp-nh2
- Molecular FormulaC42H72N16O15S
- Molecular Weight
1073.2 g/mol - PubChem CID71587832
- SynonymsAcetyl octapeptide-3,
- Net Weight100mg, 200mg
- ManufacturerAminoBox
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