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What is Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline)?

Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 is more commonly known as Argireline. It is a peptide compound formed by a sequence of six different amino acids that effectively reduce wrinkles by preventing muscle contractions that commonly occur during facial expressions underneath the skin.

In completed studies, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline) has demonstrated significant anti-wrinkle activity decreasing visible skin wrinkles by up to 30% and has been proven as an ingredient to be extremely safe for use.  

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