Anti-ageing is the ultimate task for women, and they spend plenty of time researching effective skincare ingredients that work best for them. One of the most common ingredients found in skincare products is peptides. Many studies have shown that peptides can improve the appearance of wrinkles, skin discolouration and dryness, but what exactly are they? How should I choose one?

What are peptides?

Peptides are a type of protein, but they are not meat, fish or eggs. Protein has a large molecular size and is a complex substance consisting of about 20 amino acids, which take a long time to digest before becoming the smallest unit of amino acid which is fit for your body to absorb.

Amino acids are the smallest constituent molecules of proteins and peptides are made up of amino acids. Two amino acids linked by a peptide bond are called Dipeptides, while three amino acids linked by two peptide bonds are called Tripeptides. Similarly, a structure containing X amino acids is called an X peptide. The number does not indicate which amino acids they are made up of, but rather the arrangement of the amino acids within them.

The number in front of the peptide represents not only the composition of several amino acids, but also the different applications for the skin:

Dipeptides: promote collagen growth, antioxidant and anti-glycation.

Tripeptides: Improve the dynamic texture and eliminates inflammation.

Tetrapeptides: Antioxidant, have the function of eliminating oedema, and can promote cell microcirculation and blood circulation.

Pentapeptides: promote the production of collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid, and increase the water content of the skin.

Hexapeptides: similar to Botox, relax the muscles of the face and smooth out dynamic, static and fine lines.

Heptapeptides: relax muscles and smooth fine lines.

Nonapeptides: reduce melanin synthesis and have a whitening effect.

How to choose a peptide care product?

1. Choose a product with a labelled peptide concentration

The concentration of peptides must be at least 2% to be truly effective, so it is important to pay attention to whether the product is clearly labelled when you buy it.

2. Reliably sourced peptides

The structure, composition, types and effects of peptides are very complex. If you choose an unknown brand at random, the quality of the peptides may not be consistent. Therefore, it is advised to choose international brands with patented peptide ingredients to ensure that the quality of peptides passes strict control. Its effectiveness has been scientifically proven, so in addition to being truly effective, it also provides peace of mind when used.

Anti-Aging Essentials: Swissline’s Multi-Probiotic Peptide Facial Treatment

With the right peptides, you can quickly smooth wrinkles, repair skin and accelerate collagen production. However, a peptide can only help with one function. For a holistic approach to skincare, the Swiss skincare specialist Swissline, known for its age-delaying and wrinkle-reducing products, has created the Multi-Probiotic Peptide Facial, an all round solution to the problem of ageing skin, satisfying the needs of all skin types and giving you back your newborn skin!

The treatment includes the use of CS Age-Intelligence Essential Serum and Crystal Complex Lifting Mask with top-notch ionic pulsation technology to infuse nutrients directly into the skin:

CS Age-Intelligence Essential Serum

• Results in a fresher-looking skin, vibrant and younger complexion.

• Works as a skin-equalizer, correcting the signs of unbalances.

• Reduces the signs of redness, and contributes to balancing skin conditions that are too oily, or too dry.

• Keeps hydration and energy levels balanced during periods of stress and fatigue.

Crystal Complex Lifting Mask

Contains all-natural beeswax and royal jelly extracts from Switzerland, with up to 60 nutrients

A unique peptide formula designed to target sagging skin, lift skin firmness and reshape facial contours

Promotes skin metabolism, promptly restoring softness and suppleness to the skin.