Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Oligopeptide-1

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Peptide

Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Oligopeptide-1 at a glance

  • Plant-derived peptide
  • Sends messages from skin’s surface to key proteins
  • Helps support collagen and elastin within skin
  • Proven to visibly reduce wrinkles
  • May be referred to simply as oligopeptide-1

Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Oligopeptide-1 description

_Nicotiana benthamiana_ hexapeptide-40 sh-oligopeptide-1 is a signal peptide derived from the _Nicotiana benthamiana_ plant indigenous to Australia. As a skin care ingredient, it offers significant benefits, including collagen and elastin support, which lead to a visible reduction in wrinkles and increase in skin’s firm feel. While _Nicotiana benthamiana_ hexapeptide-40 sh-oligopeptide-1 is not considered an active growth factor, its mechanism of action is inspired by certain growth factors in skin. It works by sending messages via skin’s surface to key receptor sites responsible for skin’s natural repair. _Nicotiana benthamiana_ hexapeptide-40 sh-oligopeptide-1 supports key substances within skin such as collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid (all things skin needs to look fresh, plump, and youthful). With consistent usage, it provides measurable reductions in wrinkle depth, width and volume. _Nicotiana benthamiana_ hexapeptide-40 sh-oligopeptide-1 is considered safe and non-irritating as used in cosmetics. It is sometimes referred to simply as oligopeptide-1. Recommended use levels of _Nicotiana benthamiana_ hexapeptide-40 sh-oligopeptide-1 range from 1–2% when supplied in a water-based blend.

Nicotiana Benthamiana Hexapeptide-40 sh-Oligopeptide-1 references

  • Current Opinion in Plant Biology, October 2024, pages 1–8
  • Polymers, November 2022, pages 1–13
  • Cosmetics, November 2020, pages 1–16
  • Biotechnology Reports, September 2020, pages 1–10
  • Experimental Dermatology, August 2012, pages 569–575
  • Experimental Dermatology, May 2012, pages 563–568

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Ingredient ratings

Best

Proven and supported by independent studies. Outstanding active ingredient for most skin types or concerns.

Good

Necessary to improve a formula's texture, stability, or penetration.

Average

Generally non-irritating but may have aesthetic, stability, or other issues that limit its usefulness.

Bad

There is a likelihood of irritation. Risk increases when combined with other problematic ingredients.

Worst

May cause irritation, inflammation, dryness, etc. May offer benefit in some capability but overall, proven to do more harm than good.

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