Peptides in Skincare: What They Do and Why I Use Them in AlumierMD & SQT Treatments

Peptides in Skincare: What They Do and Why I Use Them in AlumierMD & SQT Treatments

If you’ve been paying attention to skincare trends recently, you’ll probably have noticed one ingredient popping up everywhere: peptides.

But unlike some skincare ingredients that suddenly become fashionable and then disappear again, peptides have a much more interesting role to play in a well-designed skincare routine.

I use peptide-rich products in my AlumierMD skincare recommendations, and peptides are also a key part of one of my favourite in-clinic treatments: SQT Bio Microneedling.

So, what exactly are peptides, and why am I so interested in them?

What are peptides in skincare?

Peptides are short chains of amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, including important proteins found in our skin such as collagen and elastin.

In skincare, different peptides can have different functions. They can act as signalling molecules and are commonly included in formulations designed to support the appearance of firmer, smoother and more youthful-looking skin.

The important thing to remember is that not all peptides are the same.

There are lots of different types, and the particular peptides used in a formula matter. That’s why I don’t recommend choosing a product simply because it says “peptides” on the front.

The formulation as a whole matters.

Why I love peptides in AlumierMD skincare

One of the reasons I love working with AlumierMD professional skincare is that the range uses carefully selected ingredients in sophisticated formulations, rather than relying on one “hero” ingredient.

Peptides feature across a number of AlumierMD products, alongside ingredients such as antioxidants, retinoids, hydrators and skin-brightening ingredients.

For example, EverActive C&E® + Peptide combines vitamin C and vitamin E with peptides, giving you antioxidant support alongside ingredients selected to support the appearance of smoother, firmer-looking skin.

This is particularly useful when we’re thinking about skin longevity rather than simply trying to fix one isolated concern.

As we get older, our skin naturally changes. Collagen production slows, skin can become less resilient and environmental exposure can contribute to visible signs of ageing.

That’s why I prefer a long-term approach that supports the skin consistently rather than constantly chasing the next quick fix.

Peptides aren’t just for your skincare cabinet

This is where things get particularly interesting.

Peptides aren’t only something I look for when putting together a homecare routine.

They’re also an important part of my SQT Bio Microneedling treatments in Addlestone, Surrey.

SQT uses microscopic marine sponge spicules to create pathways into the skin. But the treatment isn’t simply about the physical stimulation of the spicules.

The ingredients being delivered into the skin are a huge part of what makes SQT different.

My Anti-Ageing SQT treatment contains a combination of skin-supporting ingredients including:

• Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1

• Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7

• Beta-glucan

• Fibronectin

• Plus a range of other active ingredients

Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 and Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 are particularly interesting peptides because they are commonly used in formulations aimed at supporting the appearance of ageing skin.

So when someone asks me about the difference between SQT and traditional microneedling, I don’t describe SQT simply as the treatment for people who are scared of needles.

That’s only one small part of the story.

SQT is also about the ingredients.

The combination of physical stimulation and the carefully selected actives used during the treatment is what makes SQT such an interesting option for skin rejuvenation.