Acetyl Octapeptide-3
INCI · Acetyl Octapeptide-3 · also SNAP-8, Acetyl Octapeptide-8
Overview
A synthetic eight-amino-acid peptide sold as a topical route to softening expression lines, and closely related in concept to acetyl hexapeptide-8. It is meant to interfere with the signalling that drives repeated muscle contraction.
Who it's for
Forehead and eye-area products aimed at movement lines, for people avoiding injectables.
Cautions
Most supporting data comes from the ingredient supplier rather than independent trials, and any effect is far smaller than an injected neuromodulator.
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What does Acetyl Octapeptide-3 do in skincare?
A synthetic eight-amino-acid peptide sold as a topical route to softening expression lines, and closely related in concept to acetyl hexapeptide-8. It is meant to interfere with the signalling that drives repeated muscle contraction.
Is Acetyl Octapeptide-3 considered safe for skin?
Most supporting data comes from the ingredient supplier rather than independent trials, and any effect is far smaller than an injected neuromodulator.