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Cyclopeptide-5.

Cyclopeptide-5

Commonly known as:   Cyclo(1-aminocyclohexanecarbonyl-L-arginylglycyl-L-alpha-aspartyl-D-phenylalanyl), Cyclotetrapeptide-24.

I.N.C.I. list name:   Cyclotetrapeptide-24 Aminocyclohexane Carboxylate.

Extraction process:   Biotechnology.

Source:   Synthetic.

Botanical name:   /

Family:   /

Extracted part of the plant:   /

Origin, provenance:   Germany.

Chemical properties:   Cyclic homodetic biomimetic peptide; Molecular mass: 600.667 Da; Density: 0.987 g/cm3.

Properties:   Emulsion, colloidal solution, true aqueous solution.

Required dosage in cosmetic products:   From 2 to 5%.

Function:   Antioxidant.

Specificities:   Antioxidant, regenerative, firming, protective.

Benefits:   All skin types, but particularly recommended for mature skin.

Details

Usage

Facial Care (serums, moisturising creams, cleansing gels, eye contours, sun care, lotions, masks).

Discontinued

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Method of Preservation

Store in a dry and well-ventilated place, at room temperature between 5 and 30°C, protected from light, moisture and heat.

Contraindications, usage precautions

The cyclopeptide-5 does not present any specific contraindications. This ingredient is well tolerated by all skin types.

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Formulated without alcohol, cyclopeptide-5 is the first homodetic cyclic biomimetic peptide designed for cosmetic applications. Its unique structure aids it in binding to receptors on the skin's surface to trigger cellular communication, thereby mimicking the skin's natural communication and repair mechanisms. It thus helps the skin regain its firmness, elasticity, and resilience, reduces the depth of wrinkles, and works to reshape the skin's cellular matrix that provides volume.
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