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Aquatide 5000 is the first known peptide-derived SIRT1 activator, activates SIRT1 by direct interaction. Through this interaction AQUATIDE 5000 increases a deacetylation of SIRT1 target protein FoxO1, resulting in the cell protective autophagy.

INCI Name: Hexacarboxymethyl Dipeptide-12

Functions: Anti-Aging Agent, Skin Barrier Protectant

Benefit Claims: Anti-Aging, Antioxidant Properties

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Identification & Functionality

Cosmetic Ingredients Functions

Features & Benefits

Product Highlights
  • Activates autophagy
  • Activates Sirt1
  • Increases water retaining activity
  • Increases ROS scavenging activity
  • Reduces inflammatory signals
  • Reduces TEWL
  • Strengthens skin barrier function
  • Reduces ACNE symptoms

Applications & Uses

Skin Care Applications
Application
  • Sensitive skin care
  • Anti-aging
  • Anti-oxidant
  • Anti-inflammation
Recommended Dosage
  • 1~2% for cream, lotion and essence formulation
  • 0.1~1% for masksheet

Properties

Physical Form

Technical Details & Test Data

Activity and Efficacy

Activates Autophagy

Aquatide 5000 - Activity And Efficacy

AQUATIDE 5000 treatment increases LC3 puncta forma- tion (green dots) similar as rapamycin

AQUATIDE 5000 Activates SIRT1

Aquatide 5000 - Activity And Efficacy - 1

Recombinant SIRT1 and its substrates were mixed with AQUATIDE 5000 and others, and measured the deacetylation activity of SIRT1 using fluoremetric analysis. AQUATIDE 5000 activates SIRT1 enzymatic activity.

Increases Water Retaining Activity

Aquatide 5000 - Activity And Efficacy - 2

Six volunteers were applied with 2% AQUATIDE 5000 in PEG/ EtOH solution or vehicle for 2 weeks and water retaining activity was measured using corneometer. AQUATIDE 5000 shows water retaining activity and increases skin hydration.

Reduces TEWL(TransEpidermal Water Loss)

Aquatide 5000 - Activity And Efficacy - 3

Six volunteers were applied with 2% AQUATIDE 5000 PEG/EtOH solution or vehicle for 2 weeks. D-squome was removed using tape stripping, and TEWL was measured using Vapormeter. AQUATIDE 5000 enhances the skin barrier function and prevents water loss singnificantly.

Improves Skin Barrier Function and Anti-ACNE Efficacy

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Sixteen volunteers were applied with 1% AQUATIDE 5000 and 0.5% salicylic acid formulation for 4 weeks. Skin conditions were evaluated by dermatologist. AQUATIDE 5000 has a strong anti-inflammatory activity, and reduces average 65% of ACNE symptoms.