Acetyl Pentapeptide-1

Acetyl Pentapeptide-1

Overview:
Acetyl Pentapeptide-1 is a synthetic signal peptide, consisting of a sequence of five amino acids with an acetyl group attached to its N-terminus. This acetylation enhances its stability and skin penetration capabilities. It is widely known as a "biomimetic peptide" or "Matrikine" because it mimics the behavior of natural protein fragments (such as collagen fragments) found in the skin's extracellular matrix (ECM). It sends signals to skin cells, stimulating the synthesis of key structural components like collagen, elastin, and fibronectin, thereby addressing skin concerns at their root cause.