INCI Name: Pentapeptide-18
LEUPHASYL® peptide by Lubrizol is an anti-wrinkle agent. It is a penta-peptide that mimics the natural path of enkephalins, acting on expression wrinkles, providing an additive and synergistic effect. It attenuates the muscle contraction and prevents the formation of lines.
LEUPHASYL® peptide is suitable for use in wrinkle reduction cosmetic formulations, especially in the forehead area and around the eyes.
Its essential oil is extracted from its leaves and used as a skin freshener, disinfectant, and tonic.
A foaming, cleansing ingredient that gently cleanses, slightly degreases, does not dry out the skin.