Bioalmanac
Argireline
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 · Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 · Acetyl hexapeptide-8 argireline
A topical peptide marketed as a needle-free alternative to botulinum toxin. It has real published studies, small effects, and essentially no risk.
Storage
- Freeze-dried powder
- Finished serums at room temperature, out of direct sunlight. Raw peptide powder is best refrigerated.
- After mixing
- A finished cosmetic contains a preservative system and typically lasts 6 to 12 months after opening. A serum mixed at home from raw powder does not have that protection and will grow bacteria. That is the practical risk with this compound, and it is microbiological rather than pharmacological.
Dose ranges reported in sources
Descriptions of what sources report, not recommendations.
| Goal | Range | Frequency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concentration used in the published studies | 25000–50000 mcg | Applied twice daily | Clinical trial |
When to stop
- Persistent redness, itching or burning where it is applied.
- Any rash spreading beyond the application area.
- Swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes.
- Any sign the product itself has spoiled: separation, colour change or smell.
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