Hexapeptide-2
What Hexapeptide-2 is & what it does
Hexapeptide-2 is a synthetic peptide built from a short chain of six amino acids. In formulas it is used as a skin-conditioning agent, and peptides of this type are commonly marketed for supporting a brighter, more even-looking complexion. It is not a UV filter and is used at very low concentrations. As a signal-style peptide it is typically found in serums and targeted treatment products.
What is Hexapeptide-2?
Hexapeptide-2 is a synthetic peptide made from a short chain of six amino acids. It is used in skincare as a skin-conditioning ingredient.
What does Hexapeptide-2 do in skincare?
It is used as a conditioning agent, and peptides of this type are commonly marketed for supporting a brighter, more even-looking complexion. It is not a UV filter and is used at very low concentrations.
Is Hexapeptide-2 safe?
Cosmetic peptides like this are generally considered well tolerated at the tiny amounts used. No specific concerns are flagged for it in our catalog.
Sunscreens with Hexapeptide-2
We rate 4 sunscreens that contain it:
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Swanicoco All Day Care Peptine Biome Suncream
90/100
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MARY & MAY Vegan Peptide Bakuchiol Sun Stick SPF50+ Pa++++
88/100
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Institut Esthederm Face Brightening Tinted Spf50+ Sun Protection Cream
65/100
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Nu Skin Nutricentials
Nu Skin Ageloc Radiant Day SPF 22
65/100