Issue No 8, Body Skin & Beauty Section
March 2004, pp. 64-65

Pass the Peptide
Kate Berry

“The undisputed peptide-of-the-moment is Acetyl-hexapeptide 3. This peptide was created specifically to relax facial muscles responsible for crow’s feet, frown lines and other wrinkles. Because of its mild muscle relaxing effect, Acetyl hexapeptide 3 has been touted as a weaker, less invasive version of Botox, an enhancer of Botox, or an alternative for people who don’t really want to use injectables. Even doctors are cautiously recommending such products, especially as a complementary treatment for Botox. The effect of a topical peptide ingredient is not as fast and as effective as the injectable, however noticed prolongation of the effects when a patients is using topical Acetyl hexapeptide 3. Peptides represent a new generation of biosafe treatment ingredients with anti-wrinkle properties.”