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Syn-Ake

Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide DiacetateActive

Synthetic peptide modeled on snake-venom waglerin. Marketed as a topical 'expression-line relaxer.'

What it does

Syn-Ake is a synthetic peptide marketed as a topical alternative to neuromodulator injections. The mechanistic story (acetylcholine receptor modulation) is interesting; the topical efficacy evidence is weak — the molecular size doesn't penetrate to the muscle layer. Realistic expectation: a mild surface-smoothing effect comparable to other peptide ingredients, not a substitute for neuromodulator treatments.

The evidence, graded

strongMost cosmetic peptides (Matrixyl, copper peptides, palmitoyl tripeptide-1) show measurable firmness or elasticity changes in 8–12 weeks of consistent twice-daily use. Visible benefits are typically subtle compared to retinoids.Robinson 2005 · International Journal of Cosmetic Science ↗

Graded per the methodology: strong · moderate · emerging · expert consensus. A weak source on a strong claim gets the weaker label.

Also known as

dipeptide diaminobutyroyl benzylamide diacetate

Pairs worth knowing

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 · works together ↗Argireline · works together ↗Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) · works together ↗

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