Monday, December 29, 2008

Anti Wrinkle Creams that Use Copper Peptides

By Julie Samtsonn

Copper peptides is a common term used in anti-wrinkle creams. Copper peptides are used in wound healing and are part of the fast regeneration of our cells. For example, if you were to cut your finger, copper peptides will speed up the healing of your skin. Most of the time, the copper peptides are part of a process when used in either the anti-aging or anti-wrinkle process.

When it comes to application of anti aging creams or anti wrinkle creams, a complex mix with alpha hydroxy acids to remove the dead, dry skin cells that reveals as fine lines and wrinkles. Followed by an application of copper peptides speeds up rejuvenation of the area. A dermatologist will use a stronger alpha hydroxy acid peel, then follow with the copper peptides to encourage a rapid healing of newer, healthier skin.

Many anti-aging creams and anti wrinkle creams rely on this same technology, except in a milder application. It's a contensious issue whether an over-the-counter simulation of this process is possible, since it is really a two-part step process that is usually best left to an expert for optimum result. It is possible to purchase a simulated treatment, however, results could take longer to measure, and the copper peptides that are available over-the-counter do not have the same strength as those that dermatologist use.

Some processes like this can be dangerous, as it is the same technology that is used to treat burn patients and is considered a little like skin remodelling or rebuilding. Similar again are laser abrasive treatments, which can leave scab or scars that last weeks.

Other anti aging and anti wrinkle creams which include Copper peptides may also include a wound-healing ingredient similar to a topical antibiotic, like Neosporin. This type of wrinkle reduction usually involves removal of the outer layer of skin. This will reveal a newer layer of skin which is free of blemishes, age spots or the discoloration of typical aging skin. Microdermabrasion kits are on the market that utilize this type of rebuilding. The results are a newer layer of skin and can take multiple applications over periods of time.

You need to research what might work best for you based on the type of your skin and how far in the aging process you are. Since this normally means an alpha hydroxy acid treatment, which can create redness, burning or blistering followed by a copper peptide based healing moisturizer, exercise caution and look for side effects and check with a dermatologist, whenever you have concerns.

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