Hexapeptide
Six amino acids—Argireline is the best-known cosmetic hexapeptide.
What is Hexapeptide?
Six amino acids—Argireline is the best-known cosmetic hexapeptide. Search INCI for “Hexapeptide-8” when hunting Argireline on labels.
Where you will see Hexapeptide
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.
Common questions
What does Hexapeptide mean?
Six amino acids—Argireline is the best-known cosmetic hexapeptide. Search INCI for “Hexapeptide-8” when hunting Argireline on labels.
Is Hexapeptide 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.