Argireline

Nickname for acetyl hexapeptide-8, an expression-line peptide.

What is Argireline?

Nickname for acetyl hexapeptide-8, an expression-line peptide. Often in forehead and eye serums. Compare with SNAP-8 (a longer chain cousin).

Where you will see Argireline

On product labels, look for the INCI name in the full ingredient list—not just front-of-pack nicknames. Concentration, formula pH, and what else is in the bottle all change how a peptide behaves on skin or hair.

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Common questions

What does Argireline mean?

Nickname for acetyl hexapeptide-8, an expression-line peptide. Often in forehead and eye serums. Compare with SNAP-8 (a longer chain cousin).

Is Argireline an INCI ingredient name?

Sometimes. Brands use nicknames on the front label and INCI names on the back. Search our directory with either form to find the matching peptide page.

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