**INCI Name:** Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5
**INCI Name:** Hexapeptide-9
Overview
INCI Name: Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 is a peptide compound with applications in research and therapeutics. INCI Name: Hexapeptide-9
Chemical Identity
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | INCI Name: Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 |
| Sequence | Sequence: Pal-Lys-Val-Lys (pal-KVK) |
Mechanism: TGF-β mimetic; stimulates collagen I synthesis; activates type I TGF-β receptor signaling without cytokine
Application: Anti-aging creams; firming treatments; wrinkle reduction
Signal peptide fragment that mimics TGF-β binding to its receptor. Stimulates collagen production via the natural repair pathway.
Collaxyl
ID: COSM-012 | | Length | 405 amino acids |
| Category | Cosmetic Peptides |
Structure
INCI Name: Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 belongs to the Cosmetic Peptides class of peptides. Its structure and properties make it suitable for various research and therapeutic applications.
Applications
INCI Name: Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 has been studied for its potential applications in:
- Biomedical research
- Drug discovery
- Diagnostic applications
- Therapeutic development
References
- Source: cosmetic-peptides.md
- Database: Wikipept Peptide Database
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