Argireline
Description
Argireline, also known as Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, is a newer ingredient in skincare, ideal for maturing skin and diminishing the appearance of wrinkles. Argireline is the brand name of Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, a molecule formed principally of 6 amino acids (which in a row are called a peptide). It is synthetically produced in a lab, but there are no indications of any degree of toxicity and it is a favored compounds for maturing skin.
Mechanism of Action
A SNARE complex protein consists of VAMP, syntaxin and SNAP-25, which promotes the release of acetylcholine from vesicles and transmits nerve signals. Acetyl hexapeptide-8 competes with SNAP-25 for a position in the SNARE complex, forming an ineffective complex protein, thereby reducing acetylcholine release and inhibiting muscle nerve transmission and reducing dynamic patterns.