Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Collection Facts

What are Peptides?

Peptides are naturally occurring biological molecules made up of amino acids. They are found in all living organisms and play a key role in all manner of biological activity. In the human body, peptides are found in every cell and tissue and perform a wide range of essential functions. Maintenance of appropriate concentration and activity levels of peptides is necessary to achieve homeostasis and maintain health.

Peptides have the same chemical structure as proteins. The only difference is that they are shorter in length. When amino acids link together, the chain they form is called amino peptide (comprising 2-50 amino acids). When peptides link together, they become the basis for all protein (50+ amino acids). The most important skin protein is collagen, because without collagen, there is no elasticity.

Collagen concentrates beneath the epidermis (the most outer layer of the skin), in the “dermis”, a layer made of nerves, blood vessels, fats, elastin and collagen. Collagen peptides are in abundance in our skin. They make up about 80% of the dermis helping the skin look firm and smooth, resulting in a youthful and radiant complexion. 

When we are young, we produce collagen at a very high rate. However, as we age, that rate begins to slow. After the age of 20, our body produces an average of 1% less skin collagen peptides each year, stopping production around the age of 40. On top of the lack of new collagen production, our existing collagen stock begins to break down. This process occurs due to many different reasons -- some we can control, some we can’t.
The most prominent reason for collagen breakdown is aging, a process we can’t stop.

There are behavioural and environmental reasons your collagen might break down - and these are things we can control. Exposure to UV radiation - whether that be a result of tanning beds or simply leaving the house without sunscreen - can break down collagen. Smoking and other behavioural factors can also lead to its deterioration.
In the human body, peptides are found in every cell in different tissues and perform a wide range of essential functions. Maintenance of appropriate concentration and activity levels of peptides is necessary to maintain health.

The essence: As your skin continues to stretch, and new collagen isn’t available to maintain the firm, smooth look it once had, so wrinkles form.

peptides = proteins-like collagen = age defense

Without peptides, there’s no collagen, and without collagen, there’s no defense against aging. Therefore, the sooner we begin an anti-aging skin care routine the better. By applying certain topical peptides, we feed our skin a protein diet that strengthens, nourishes and realigns the building blocks of the skin, allowing for a stronger, healthier foundation.

Types of Peptides… What is Hexapeptide-11?

The different names of peptides – such as hexapeptide or dipeptide - refer to the number of amino acids in their composition. A dipeptide has two, a tetrapeptide has four, while a hexapeptide has six amino acids. And so on.
Peptides send signals to the cells. When collagen breaks down, it forms specific peptides, and those signal to the skin that it was just damaged and needs to make new collagen. While collagen molecules are too large for skin penetration, peptides are small enough to penetrate the skin, and when applied topically, they signal the skin to repair itself. So, we basically make our skin think that there is new collagen loss, and it needs to make more. As collagen is a vital component of healthy skin, besides improving elasticity, collagen peptides may facilitate faster wound healing, too.
Only very small amounts of peptides are needed to see results if correctly chosen and formulated. They possess very high potency. That means that cosmetic effects can be experienced with very low quantities (only a few ppm compared to a retinol, which is used at 600-700 ppm level).

There are many different types of peptides as cosmetic ingredients, some purify, others stimulate or just relax (as a Botox alternative).  

Hexapeptide-11 is a nourishing type of peptide that upregulates five key areas: 

• transmembrane proteins
• growth factors
• matrix proteins
• skin lipid development and 
• cell stress

Hexapeptide-11 can induce the activity of extracellular MMPs (Matrix metalloproteinases) and suppress cell migration. It helps reduce wrinkles, combat skin-aging and improve the skin suppleness, firmness, smoothness, even tone and elasticity. It provides collagen support, and is a non-irritating, comparable alternative to retinol for anti-aging. 

Today it can be manufactured synthetically, but the Hexapeptide-11 in the ilike organic skin care products is created from yeast by using fermentation biotechnology. The resulting fermentation product is fractionated using proprietary filtration and chromatography to isolate the desired dominant peptide, which is then separated from the crude mixture and isolated in a highly purified state.

Aging happens because of activities in diverse molecular pathways and biochemical events that are triggered by some genetic and a lot of environmental factors. Aging is a decline of stress resistance and functional capacity. These effects relate to (among other) age-related gradual accumulation of damaged biomolecules (including proteins) which eventually compromise cellular homeodynamics as they result in failure of most cellular maintenance pathways.

What is Pea-Peptide?

Pea Peptide is extracted from pea protein by bio-complex enzyme digestion, which gives it beneficial antioxidant properties, as well as water- and oil-retention, and re-densifying capacities. It promotes collagen synthesis which aids the structural renewal of the skin. It can reduce oxidative stress to increase the overall skin condition. This non-irritating, non-toxic peptide contains 22 essential amino acids, 8 of them the human body cannot synthetize.

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Collection

Besides Hexapeptide-11 and Pea Peptide, the Eco-Peptide TherapyTM Collection contains these beneficial ingredients in high volume to improve maturing skin types:

Hyaluronic Acid
Hyaluronic Acid restores damage resulting from surface and deep layer moisture deficiency. It maintains the degree of hydration, plasticity, and viscosity. Literally acting like a sponge, hyaluronate can retain water up to 1,000 times its own weight. HA is naturally present in our skin as our cells produce about 5 grams of it per day. However, as we age, the percentage of HA in the skin decreases; and this loss accounts for the loss of hydration and moisture in the skin.
Our Hyaluronic Acid complex is partially plant derived from tara tree seeds and marine seaweed, partially produced by biofermentation of non-GMO plant ingredients (peptone, yeast, glucose). The small molecular weight HA penetrates the deeper dermal layers to fill the lines from the inside out, while the medium molecular weight HA protects the epidermis by minimizing moisture evaporation.

Vitamin F
The added Vitamin F supplies essential unsaturated fatty acids that nourish and regenerate the skin by participating in cell membrane building to protect the epidermis.

Aloe
The gel found in Aloe leaves soothes various skin conditions, including burns, wounds or eczema. It also moisturizes and softens the skin while supplying minerals and trace elements to the cells.

Horsetail
Rich in silica, antioxidants, beta-carotene (provitamin A), and magnesium, it smoothes, softens and tightens the skin. It has antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-aging, and astringent effects.

Yucca
It supplies saponins, phytoestrogens, Vitamins A, B and C, and minerals to soften the skin and promote collagen production. Its antioxidants help to fight free-radical activity in the skin that causes skin aging.

Marshmallow
Containing high amounts of polysaccharids, bioflavonoids, amino acids, beta-carotene (provitamin A), Vitamins B and C, and trace minerals, it is anti-inflammatory, soothes the skin, and has skin conditioning effects. Its antioxidants help to fight free-radical activity in the skin that causes aging.

Calendula 
Rich in bioflavonoids, carotenoids, saponins, Vitamins A, C and E, it effectively regenerates, soothes and calms the skin while also has an anti-inflammatory effect.

Enteromorhpa Compressa 
An algae derivative that promotes collagen synthesis with its Polysaccharides while also supplying iron, kalium, phosphorus, sulphur, vitamins B, C and E, beta-carotene (provitamin A), and amino acids. It tightens and elasticizes the skin, reactivates collagen and elastin building, as well as reduces their decomposition process. It also stimulates the communication between the epidermal and dermal cells, decreases elasticity loss, and maintains firmness.

Hydroxyproline 
It is a non-essential amino acid that is primarily found in collagen. It is synthesized by the body from proline, another non-essential amino acid, and plays a vital role in the structure and stability of collagen fibres by strengthening them. It has skin smoothening effect largely decreasing the length, number and depth of wrinkles and fine lines.

Chlorophyll
While it is a natural coloring agent, it also improves the oxygen supplies of the cells and has strong antioxidant effects. It plays an essential role in cell building and regeneration and improves cell metabolism. It supports the elasticity of the skin and the connecting tissue.

By regular use of our Eco-Peptide TherapyTM products, the maturing skin becomes plumper, firmer and well hydrated. The overall skin texture and elasticity visibly improve; the wrinkles get noticeably reduced.

These products are Vegan, Gluten Free, Nut Free, GMO Free, and never tested on animals.

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Products

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Gel Mask 

Twice weekly skin repair treatment for premature and mature skin that is clinically proven to deeply hydrates while helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It increases elasticity and activates collagen production with botanically sourced Hexapeptide-11 and Pea Protein Peptide along with Hyaluronic Acid and a unique, antioxidant-rich organic botanical blend.

Active Ingredients -- Nutrients: Aloe, Horsetail, Yucca, Marshmallow, Irish Moss, Bentonite Clay, Pea Peptide, Hexapeptide-11, Hyaluronic Acid, Algae, Sunflower Seed Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Chlorophyll -- Antioxidants, Vitamins A, B, C, D, E and F, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Polyphenols, Phytoestrogens, Saponins, Silica, Mineral Salts, Trace Elements.

Clinical studies:
User and instrumental test under dermatologist control (report no. 27668-1/23/INT/GDA/PK).
All skin types, 25 test subjects, 18+, both women and men, twice a week for 4 weeks on clean face and around the eyes. Declarations are confirmed only if the positive response rate are above 50%.

The results obtained in the test allow us to conclude that the product is very well tolerated by the testers, and there is no contraindication.

With regular use, based on the subjective responses of the testers:

•    100% reported improved skin texture and soft skin.
•    100% felt intense and deep moisturizing.
•    96% reported improved elasticity, firmness and smoothness.
•    100% felt regenerated skin and a pleasant feel on the skin.
•    96% reported improved skin appearance, the skin looked fresh and healthy.
•    92% felt soothed skin.
•    88% felt their skin rejuvenated and revitalized.
•    81% reported reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and the signs of aging (the product prevents the formation of wrinkles).
•    100% felt the product was easy to spread.
•    96% reported pleasant product application.
•    96% felt the product was ideal for all skin types.

Instrumental test of biomechanical skin parameter by using Cutometer® MPA 580:
The product improves skin elasticity when the parameter value increases and improves skin firmness when the parameter value decreases.
Evaluation: 
•    The product improved skin elasticity by 6%.
•    The product improved skin firmness by 11%.

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Serum 

Daily skin repair serum for premature and mature skin that is clinically proven to deeply hydrate while helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It increases elasticity and activates collagen production with natural, botanically sourced Hexapeptide-11 and Pea Protein Peptide along with a unique, antioxidant-rich organic botanical blend. 

Active Ingredients -- Nutrients: Aloe, Horsetail, Yucca, Marshmallow, Calendula, Corn Germ Oil, Pea Peptide, Shea Butter, Hyaluronic Acid, Hexapeptide-11, Algae, Sunflower Seed Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Chlorophyll -- Antioxidants, Vitamins A, B, C, D, E and F, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Polyphenols, Phytoestrogens, Saponins, Silica, Mineral Salts, Trace Elements.

Clinical studies:
User and instrumental test under dermatologist control (report no. 27669-1/23/INT/GDA/PK).

All skin types, 25 test subjects, 18+, both women and men, twice a week for 4 weeks on clean face and around the eyes. Declarations are confirmed only if the positive response rate are above 50%.

The results obtained in the test allow us to conclude that the product is very well tolerated by the testers, and there is no contraindication.

With regular use, based on the subjective responses of the testers:
 
•    100% reported improved skin texture and soft skin.
•    100% reported improved skin appearance, and fresh- and healthy-looking skin.
•    100% reported regenerated skin and a pleasant feel on the skin.
•    96% felt rejuvenating and revitalizing effects.
•    92% reported a feeling of deep moisturizing, improved skin elasticity and skin firmness, tightened and smoothed skin.
•    62% felt reduction of the appearance of wrinkles.
•    65% reported reduced fine lines.
•    69% felt reduced signs of aging (the product prevents the formation of wrinkles).
•    100% felt the product was ideal for all skin types.
•    100% felt the product spread easily and applied pleasantly.
 
Instrumental test of skin moisturizing level by using Corneometer® CM 825:
The product improves skin elasticity when the parameter value increases and improves skin firmness when the parameter value decreases.
Evaluation: The product moisturizes the skin.
 
Instrumental test of biomechanical skin parameter by using Cutometer® MPA 580:
The product improves skin elasticity when the parameter value increases, improves skin firmness when the parameter value decreases.
Evaluation: 
•    The product improved skin elasticity by 19%.
•    The product improved skin firmness by 21%.

Wrinkles analysis using Primos 3D Lite:
The product reduces the length, the depth, the number, and the volume and area of wrinkles when the parameter values decrease.
Evaluation:
•    The product reduced the length of wrinkles by 3%.
•    The product reduced the depth of wrinkles by 7%.
•    The product reduced the number of wrinkles by 10%.
•    The product reduced the volume of wrinkles by 11%.
•    The product reduced the wrinkle area by 4%.

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Moisturizer 

Nourishing and smoothing skin repair moisturizer – a topical skin protection for premature and mature skin – that is clinically proven to deeply hydrate while helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. It increases elasticity and activates collagen production with natural, botanically sourced Hexapeptide-11 and Pea Protein Peptide along with Hyaluronic Acid and a unique, antioxidant-rich organic botanical blend. 

Active Ingredients -- Nutrients: Aloe, Calendula, Corn Germ Oil, Horsetail, Yucca. Marshmallow, Algae, Pea Peptide, Hyaluronic Acid, Hexapeptide-11, Sunflower Seed Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Chlorophyll -- Antioxidants, Vitamins A, B, C, D, E and F, Amino Acids, Fatty Acids, Polyphenols, Phytoestrogens, Saponins, Silica, Mineral Salts, Trace Elements.

Clinical studies:
User and instrumental test under dermatologist control (report no. 27670-1/23/INT/GDA/PK).
All skin types, 25 test subjects, 18+, both women and men, twice a week for 4 weeks on clean face and around the eyes. Declarations are confirmed only if the positive response rate are above 50%.

The results obtained in the test allow us to conclude that the product is very well tolerated by the testers, and there is no contraindication.

With regular use, based on the subjective responses of the testers:
•    84% felt improved skin texture and soft skin.
•    84% reported regenerated skin and a pleasant feel.
•    80% reported improved skin elasticity and firmness.
•    80% felt tightened and smoothed skin.
•    80% felt deep moisturizing effect.
•    52% reported reduced appearance of fine lines and reduced the signs of aging (the product prevents the formation of wrinkles).
•    88% felt the product was ideal for all skin types.
•    92% felt the product applied pleasantly.
 
Instrumental test of skin moisturizing level by using Corneometer® CM 825:
The product efficacy is confirmed if positive results are obtained in more than 50% of subjects. The product moisturizes the skin if the parameter value increases.
Evaluation: The product moisturizes the skin.
 
Instrumental test of biomechanical skin parameter by using Cutometer® MPA 580:
The product improves skin elasticity when the parameter value increases, improves skin firmness when the parameter value decreases.
Evaluation: 
•    The product improved skin elasticity by 7%.
•    The product improved skin firmness by 5%.

Wrinkles analysis using Primos 3D Lite:
The product reduces the length, the depth, the count, and the volume and area of wrinkles when the parameter values decrease.
Evaluation:
•    The product reduced the length of wrinkles by 6%.
•    The product reduced the depth of wrinkles by 4%.
•    The product reduced the number of wrinkles by 15%.
•    The product reduced the volume of wrinkles by 7%.
•    The product reduced the wrinkle area by 3%.

Eco-Peptide Therapy™ Eye Cream 

Deeply hydrating eye cream that is clinically proven to help improve skin texture and reduce the appearance of wrinkles to create visibly younger and plumper, firmer looking skin around the eye area.
It aids to increase elasticity and activate collagen production with natural, botanically sourced hexapeptide-11 and pea protein peptide along with hyaluronic acid and a unique, antioxidant-rich organic botanical blend. 

Active Ingredients -- Nutrients: Aloe, Calendula, Horsetail, Yucca, Marshmallow, Corn Germ Oil, Shea Butter, Pea Protein Peptide, Hyaluronic Acid, Hexapeptide-11, Algae, Sunflower Seed Oil, Ascorbic Acid, Chlorophyll -- Bioflavonoids, Vitamins A, B, C, D and E, Beta-Carotene (Provitamin A), Polyphenols, Phytoestrogens, Saponins, Fatty Acids, Silica, Minerals, Trace Elements.

Clinical studies:
User and instrumental test under dermatologist control (report no. 27671-1/23/INT/GDA/PK).
All skin types, 25 test subjects, 18+, both women and men, twice a week for 4 weeks on clean face, around the eyes. Declarations are confirmed only if the positive response rate are above 50%.

The results obtained in the test allow us to conclude that the product is very well tolerated by the testers, and there is no contraindication.

With regular use, based on the subjective responses of the testers:
 
•    96% reported improved skin appearance, and fresh- and healthy-looking skin.
•    96% felt regenerated skin and a pleasant feel.
•    96% reported refreshed and revitalized skin.
•    92% reported improved skin texture and soft skin.
•    81% reported reduced appearance of fine lines and signs of aging (the product prevents the formation of wrinkles).
•    88% felt deep moisturizing effect.
•    92% felt the product was ideal for all skin types.
•    92% felt the product spread easily.
•    96% felt the product applied pleasantly.
 
Wrinkles analysis using Primos 3D Lite:
The product reduces the length, the depth, the count, and the volume and area of wrinkles when the parameter values decrease.
Evaluation:
•    The product reduced the length of wrinkles by 8%.
•    The product reduced the depth of wrinkles by 7%.
•    The product reduced the number of wrinkles by 18%.
•    The product reduced the volume of wrinkles by 14%.
•    The product reduced the wrinkle area by 7%.