It’s true—even millennials are aging. Like it or not, no one can stay young forever but is it too much to ask to have fantastic skin forever? 

The good news is you don’t have to sell your soul to absorb the fountain of youth. The secret to amazing skin is closer than you think as it has been here all along: pure peptides!

Why are Peptides Important?

Peptides are short chains of amino acids that make up proteins key to skincare such as collagen, elastin and keratin, which keep up the skin’s appearance by toning and firming. These are already part of our body makeup. In fact, we absorb peptides through food like eggs, dairy, fish and meat. 

But, as we age, peptides lose their power to prompt rejuvenation through these proteins, which is why it’s important to apply this ingredient into our skin care routine to re-stimulate this process.

Peptides are also multi-faceted. Did you know that different kinds of peptides relieve several skin care concerns in addition to anti-aging? Since peptides can also heal, boost metabolism, modulate muscles and fight bacteria, these superpowers are used to clear acne, soothe dryness, burns, eczema and psoriasis, and reverse hyperpigmentation from sun damage. They can also heal scars and combat the effects of skin cancer. 

The Power of Pure Peptides

Peptides are back in the spotlight, after being an overlooked anti-aging ingredient in favor of others like hyaluronic acid and retinol. One reason for this is that they are now more easily absorbed than ever before thanks to their tiny form that gets beneath the skin for high power. Another reason is that new formulas of peptides are now available. While there are hundreds of different peptides made from all kinds of combinations of amino acids, there are better options, one being pure peptides.

What is a pure peptide? To understand this, we must first acknowledge peptides on the market today. Peptides are often mass produced to increase availability quickly. By focusing on the quantity of products, the integrity of the formula gets lost, especially when integrating fillers. Fillers are synthetics and other ingredients that pad the product to decrease costs. Check a product’s label. Most likely, you’ll see a long list of ingredients not promoted, meaning you are benefiting from less than 100% of the full effect of its main component. Maybe as little as 1%. The idea of a pure peptide is to give the recipient all the power of the peptide possible. This pureness increases the potency.

Why Add Peptides to Your Anti-Aging Skincare Regimen? 

Since the aging process begins in our 20s, it’s a good idea to incorporate a great anti-aging routine as early as possible, at least by your 30s. However, it’s not too late to receive the benefits of peptides at any age. Pure peptides are more intensely potent, therefore its immediate absorption into the skin will make its effects visible right away. Given this, you will see results after just one application!

This high concentration is not only very helpful when applying skin products, but when it comes to facials as well. Its use during and after a facial will maintain the treatment’s effects and continue to correct the skin with daily use. When returning for the next facial, you will be able to take greater advantage of new benefits as less skin remedying is required. 

Another great reason to work peptides into your daily routine is that its high potency will do the trick to ease fine lines and wrinkles. It’s a natural way to turn back the clock and avoid Botox. The power of this ingredient will reduce the number of additional product needs. However, if you want to integrate ingredients such as hyaluronic acid or niacinamides, the combination with peptides will greatly enhance the benefits. But watch which ingredient combinations you choose as some, such as retinoids and AHAs, could irritate the skin.

How to Start Using Peptides

First, evaluate your skincare needs. What are your top concerns? There are peptide serums and creams that can meet all of these. 

As we believe in the most organic options, a product line that we are excited about is the Viktoria DeAnn Peptide Cosmeceuticals line. These items feature natural, pure peptides, comprising 100% of the formula. No synthetics are included to disrupt the skin, allowing immediate absorption. This brand formulates its own pure peptides, focusing on quality first, with a different version for the given skincare need, including:

• Anti-Aging – If you are noticing an increase in fine lines, dryness, loss of elasticity and sagging skin, a combination of PEPTI-lift and PEPTI-tone will provide a boost in hydration and softened lines, creating a youthful glow. There is also a special formulation for the eye area with PEPTI-eye serum to alleviate dark circles and wrinkles.

• Acne – A combination of pure pro peptides in the PEPTI-acne formula will promote a healthy skin barrier to combat blemish-prone conditions. 

• Uneven Skin – If you are hoping to fade dark spots and ease hyperpigmentation, try PEPTI- correct Hp, which highlights antioxidants to balance and brighten skin. 

• Compromised Skin – You can tend to damaged skin from the sun or post-procedure with PEPTI-repair, which boosts collagen levels. Consider using with PEPTI-correct Hp for overlapping needs.

Any peptide-fused serum should be applied after cleansing by releasing half a drop. Wait one to two minutes for penetration. If you are applying a second serum to combat another need, follow the same process and timing. Each serum is applied in layers, thinnest first. Follow up with your moisturizer.

If you are unsure what skin care concerns to target, consider peptide-fused treatments where your skin is evaluated by a professional who can prescribe a customized skin care program. At Moonstone Skin & Body Care, we advise using the following options:

• NanoFusion Facial – Great for anti-aging, uneven and pigmented skin, this is a pain-free alternative to microneedling (a cosmetic procedure using needles to treat skin concerns by stimulating collagen production.) This facial creates a smoother, brighter complexion with no downtime. A customized selection of peptide serums are applied using the Nanofusion pen to enhance product absorption, stimulate circulation and improve hydration levels. As a result, fine lines and wrinkles are minimized, pigmentation is decreased and skin texture is smoothed.

• Moonstone Deluxe Microcurrent Facial – A perfect way to combat anti-aging for long-term results, this is a holistic, “non-invasive facelift”, and an alternative to Botox. Painless electrical currents lifts, contracts, trains and sculpts muscles. An application of skin-relaxing peptides and a collagen-based hydrating masque are included. Results are visible after only one treatment, but regular weekly and then follow-up sessions are recommended for long-term maintenance.

It may sound too good to be true, but peptides are a healthy way to reverse time and, with regular usage, get as close as possible to eternally youthful skin.