Active Ingredients

Pentapeptide-18

Often labeled as: Leuphasyl
"The endorphin-mimicking expression line relaxer."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Safe
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

A neuropeptide that mimics the body's natural endorphins. It couples with the enkephalin receptor to decrease the excitability of nerve cells, relaxing facial muscles.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Reduces the depth of expression wrinkles, particularly on the forehead.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Almost always formulated alongside Argireline for maximum wrinkle-relaxing synergy.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Pentapeptide-18 interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
+
Argireline
+
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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