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Snap-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3) vs Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3)
Complete side-by-side comparison of Snap-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3) and Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3).
Side-by-Side Comparison
Property
Snap-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3)
Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3)
Name
Snap-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3)
Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3)
Peptide Class
Cosmetic Peptide
Cosmetic Peptide
Category
Skin and Cosmetic
Skin and Cosmetic
Dosage Range
2-10% in cosmetic formulations
N/A
Half-Life
N/A
N/A
FDA Status
Not FDA-approved for therapeutic use
Not FDA approved for medical use
Safety Rating
Generally Well-Tolerated
Generally Well-Tolerated
Cost Estimate
$50-150/month
$20-50/month
Snap-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3)
Snap-8, also known as Acetyl Octapeptide-3, is a cosmetic peptide widely used in anti-aging skincare products. It functions by inhibiting neurotransmi...
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Argireline, also known as Acetyl Hexapeptide-3, is a cosmetic peptide widely used in anti-aging skincare products. It functions by inhibiting neurotra...
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