Product description
Competitive MC1R Receptor Antagonism to Block Melanin Synthesis at the Source (Core Mechanism) This peptide mimics the structure of α-MSH (α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone) and competitively binds to the MC1R receptor on melanocytes, preventing α-MSH-mediated melanogenic signaling. By reducing intracellular cAMP levels, it suppresses tyrosinase (TYR) gene expression and enzymatic activity, interrupting the melanin synthesis pathway at its upstream source. It achieves a melanin inhibition rate exceeding 83%. Unlike conventional brightening agents such as arbutin and kojic acid, which directly inhibit tyrosinase, this targeted mechanism is gentler and preserves the normal physiological function of melanocytes.
Fades Dark Spots and Acne Marks for a More Even, Radiant Complexion With continuous use, it helps reduce pigmentation induced by UV exposure and inflammation, visibly improving sun spots, freckles, fresh post-acne erythema, and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. It minimizes uneven skin tone and localized dullness while enhancing overall skin luminosity and transparency. In a 28-day human study, skin brightness (L* value) increased significantly without causing rebound pigmentation or uneven depigmentation.
Broad-Spectrum Antioxidant Protection Against Photoaging and Pigmentation Effectively scavenges ROS (reactive oxygen species) generated by UV radiation and blue light, reducing oxidative stress-induced melanin production. It also protects keratinocyte membrane integrity and helps minimize UV-induced collagen damage and skin dullness. When used in combination with sunscreen, it provides long-term support against tanning, photoaging, and pigmentation caused by sun exposure.
Gentle Barrier Repair and Sensitive Skin-Friendly Brightening Free from acids, hydroquinone, and harsh depigmenting groups, this ingredient demonstrates very low irritation potential in patch tests. It mildly promotes filaggrin synthesis to strengthen and repair the skin barrier while reducing dryness and sensitivity. During brightening treatment, it also helps relieve redness and stinging, making it suitable for long-term use on dry, sensitive, thin, and post-procedure skin.
Additional Early Anti-Aging and Fine Line Reduction Benefits Gently stimulates fibroblast activity to moderately enhance Type I collagen synthesis, helping improve dehydration-related superficial fine lines. It combines skin brightening with basic anti-aging benefits, making it an excellent active ingredient for eye creams and multifunctional anti-aging serum formulations.
Its low-molecular-weight structure enables gentle skin penetration and is suitable for all skin types, including the delicate eye area, for both morning and evening use. It causes no muscle paralysis, no dependency, and no rebound pigmentation after discontinuation. Manufactured in a standardized GMP-certified clean production facility with complete quality control documentation, it is ideal for skincare products targeting gentle brightening, spot correction, barrier repair, and sensitive skin anti-dullness.
For use as a cosmetic ingredient only. Not for oral consumption or subcutaneous injection.