Mimics collagen breakdown products; signals fibroblasts to produce collagen I, III, fibronectin. That’s Matrixyl (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4) in a sentence – and it’s worth understanding what each part of that process means.
The scientific name is Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4. Mimics collagen breakdown products; signals fibroblasts to produce collagen I, III, fibronectin. This mechanism is consistent across properly formulated products, which means the real variable is concentration and delivery system.
Typical working concentration is 1–5%. Best suited to all skin types, especially mature skin. Primary applications: anti-aging, collagen and elastin stimulation, wrinkle reduction.
Works well with: Hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, niacinamide.
One of first commercial peptides; extensive clinical data; also Matrixyl 3000 (adds palmitoyl tripeptide-1).