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Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

INCI Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

Signal Peptide Active Active Ingredients

What it is & what it does

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 is a signal peptide commonly paired with other matrix-support peptides in anti-aging formulas.
Human evidence is usually generated with peptide complexes rather than this peptide alone. A recent 12-week periorbital study using a complex containing Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 reported improvements in collagen density, hydration and elasticity.

Usage & cautions

Generally well tolerated in topical cosmetic use.
Information approach Consumer-friendly summaries are informed by established cosmetic ingredient references such as INCIDecoder and Paula’s Choice Ingredient Dictionary, while avoiding turning ingredient-level evidence into medical claims about the finished product.