topic Re: Peptide Serums in Beauty

Peptide Serums

Ainhisg — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 11:30:23 GMT

For those of you who use or have used peptide serums, what has been your experience? As background, I started getting serious about my skin care in early January and have been using Vitamin C, peptides, tranexamic acid, lactic acid, retin a, sunscreen, moisturizer, etc. Not all at the same time, obviously, and at the appropriate time of day and with the appropriate other skin care items.

I got advice here and also watched a gazillion YouTube videos from Doctorly, Hot & Flashy, Dr. Shereene Idriss, Dr. Dray, etc. So I believe I am using effective products, in the correct order, and at the correct time.

I like and see benefit in everything I am using, except...my peptide serum. I have now used two different ones, and while I like the feel of them, are they really necessary? Have they or are they making a difference in your skin? Of everything I'm using, this is one thing I'm wondering about stopping but will continue if all of you think it's worth it. (I know the YouTuber's I watch say to use them, but I am wondering about real life experiences.)

Re: Peptide Serums

SilleeMee — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:45:46 GMT

I use a peptide serum mostly b/c it helps with hydration. Peptides are small pieces of protein which are good at holding water close to the skin which can improve the look of fine lines/wrinkles. They can also help deliver other ingredients into your skin by acting like 'messengers'. I like to mix mine with a moisturizer and a THDA vitamin C serum in the morning.

Re: Peptide Serums

JeanLouiseFinch — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 12:56:42 GMT

@Ainhisg - I am a proponent of peptides and won't be without them. Aside from RetinA (Tretinoin) and Vitamin C, I consider peptides and Niacinamide the other heavy hitters in my routine. Since you have only been serious about your skincare for four months, it may be too soon to see the impact, but that doesn't mean your peptide serum isn't doing anything. Certain things work at lower levels rather than the surface. Peptides do many things; increase hydration, encourage the production of collagen and elastin, lessen inflammation, increase barrier function, increase plumpness and firmness, encourage better skin texture, to name a few. These are enhanced when paired with niacinamide.

I consider my routine as the whole team doing their part. Because I use multiple products I cannot attribute what I see in the mirror to one specific thing I do. I've said this before, not in vanity but fact - I have sisters who have done little to no regular skincare ever and they looked a heck of a lot more wrinkled, dull, and old when they were my age than I do now. I have very few wrinkles, my skin is clear, smooth, and soft, and my face looks younger than my true age.

Re: Peptide Serums

Squirrels Are Trash — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 13:59:49 GMT

@Ainhisg

I feel the same way. I've been on Retin A alternating with acids since I was 30, and I am 57 now. I have tried peptides on and off throughout that time. I cannot ascribe any real, visible benefits to the peptides. Maybe they are helping with moisturizing or helping like little elves on a microscopic level? Right now, I am using copper peptides in a serum. After I finish this bottle, unless a miracle occurs, I think I am done.

Re: Peptide Serums

SilleeMee — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:12:20 GMT

There are so many peptides used in skincare today that it would be impossible to list them all here and explain what each one does. On top of that there are more peptides being invented everyday. But in general terms there are five basic categories of peptides used in skincare. Here's a simplified chart showing what they are and what they can do:

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Sooner — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:16:20 GMT

I have really sensitive skin. A lot of things don't work well and I can say I have not seen anything positive that peptide serums have done for me, and some have caused breakouts. So I'm not a fan.

I do believe however that what makes the biggest difference for me is diet. Enough good vegetables and fruits, organic when I can, a little good-type fat, enough water, less salt, and the difference is dramatic for me.

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Shelbelle — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:25:43 GMT

I have used all of the Matrixyls and Argirilines out there, none did any visible good for my skin.

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NYCMOM — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:36:36 GMT

I get what you are saying - I am pretty much in the same boat. I love my Trentinion ( I have sensitive but combo oily skin). I love my Vit. C, 2x week exfoliant lactic acid, moisturizer, sunscreen and I have been using a copper peptide for a year. I mainly use it to calm my super sensitive skin from the other products But honestly, I do not know if it is making such a grand difference to warrant the cost $$$ and time. I try not to complicate my skin routine because I won't do it otherwise. My derm said to stop using it for a month or two and see if you notice a big difference, as skin needs change seasonally and as we age. I think I will do that and see if I get any redness from my layering products. I tell you it's a balancing act.

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Fressa — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 14:52:09 GMT

I use the Dr.Denese skincare line of products and am very pleased with the results. It keeps it simple to use and see results. There is a peptide serum in her line and it really works for me. You might consider that in your routine and see if you get the results that you want. Good Lucck!

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GingerHead — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:06:55 GMT

Honestly, I think a lot of this stuff's effects are so subtle that you don't really see a difference because we are looking in the mirror everyday and just don't notice.

I think we notice when we compare ourselves to others or after awhile maybe we look in the mirror one day and say wow my face looks brighter, etc but that takes awhile....

I use this stuff just trusting and crossing my fingers that it's working.

Right now other than the basics (retin A, vitamin c and moisturizer) I'm using 2 Timeless serums, the Matrixyl Synthe 6 serum and the Coenzyme Q10 (which also contains peptides, I forget the one) and I also alternate between different peptide serums when not using those.

Who knows which thing is doing what....if it's something individual or in combination? But I keep trying!haha

Re: Peptide Serums

JudyL — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:14:05 GMT

@GingerHead - I also use those 2 Timeless products - the CoQ10 which has Matrixyl 3000 and the Matrixyl 6 Synthe. I use the CoQ10 in the morning and the other one at night. I do agree that the changes can be subtle but have to agree that for my age - 69 - my skin looks good and I have to think it's a combo of all my skin care, which the peptides are a part of.

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GingerHead — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:22:33 GMT

@JudyL

Yes, that's the peptide in the coq10 serum, thank you I forgot.

I use those 2 exactly the same as you the coq10 in the morning and the other at night.

I got the big bottles during the last 40%off sale, gotta wait for those sales!

True, I think you just gotta trust the process.

Re: Peptide Serums

MalibuFox — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:34:48 GMT

And now we have a new product to throw in the mix, I will be trying this for sure. We were hearing about Glycation back in early 2000's...

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MalibuFox — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:37:59 GMT

Re: Peptide Serums

JudyL — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:38:48 GMT

I saw on Amazon that Eucerin has a facial moisturizer with CoQ10 in it. Don't know how much CoQ10 is in it or what the reviews are but it might be worth checking out.

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MalibuFox — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:48:00 GMT

@JudyL I'm always looking for "greener pastures " lol

( only beauty and skincare )😃

Re: Peptide Serums

SilleeMee — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 16:54:45 GMT

For the most part a vitamin C serum is your best option when it comes to antioxidant protection and reducing glycation plus VC does so much more than just that, as you all know.

Re: Peptide Serums

Shelbelle — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 18:21:57 GMT

Many skin care lines have used Q10 in their ingredient deck for years, nothing new. Dr Dubrow has a Q 10 serum in his line since he began on SHQ 9 years ago.

Re: Nivea Q10 Glycation

chayse — Wed, 24 Apr 2024 19:52:30 GMT

Wonder when and where it will be available?

Re: Nivea Q10 Glycation

FLGators — Thu, 25 Apr 2024 13:32:41 GMT

Matrixyl, various forms of it has been my staple over the years. I had 11's before I started using Isomers 4-pur, I do not see them anymore. I attribute it to this serum, Matrixyl Synthe'6 is known to work on the vertical lines. Peptides are not instant gratification like retinols or acids but they work slowly over time.