Glossary
Bev's glossary empowers you with ingredient information for products she profiles on her store. This list is in alphabetical order or you can use the search for a particular term.
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, also known as Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 or Argireline or peptide K8 — A synthetically produced neuropeptide which is often used as a muscle relaxer. It blocks signals from the nerves to the muscle, temporarily stopping the release of neurotransmitters responsible for muscle contractions that can lead to fine lines and wrinkles formation, while also helping reduce the appearance of existing wrinkles. The affected muscle can no longer contract. This reduction in intensity of facial muscle contractions reduces and prevents the formation of dynamic wrinkles that make your skin look aged. In essence, it is a shortened peptide sequence of Botox™...