
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
cosmeticAcetyl Hexapeptide-8 is a research-use-only peptide. PeptideSource compares suppliers on purity, COAs, and price-per-mg.
Also known as: Argireline, Acetyl Hexapeptide-3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, also known as Argireline, is a synthetic peptide that functions by inhibiting the SNARE complex, leading to reduced neurotransmitter release and muscle contraction. Interest in Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 started around its potential use as a topical alternative to botulinum toxin in wrinkle reduction. It acts specifically on facial muscles, providing a non-invasive approach to cosmetic applications. This peptide distinguishes itself by targeting the neuromuscular junctions involved in facial expressions. Today, it is primarily studied for its effects on:
- Wrinkle reduction
- Anti-aging effects
- Neuromuscular junction targeting
- Cosmetic dermatology
- Non-invasive muscle relaxation
PeptideSource editorial · Updated Jul 18, 2026
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| Product | Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Argireline | Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 Argireline Topical | Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 Argireline |
| Size | 200 mg | 200 mg | 200 mg |
| Price | $99.00 | $189.00 | $210.00 |
| Price/mg | $0.50/mg | $0.95/mg | $1.05/mg |
| Price change | 0% (16d) | 0% (10d) | 0% (16d) |
| Stock | Out of stock | In stock | In stock |
| Shipping | 2–5 days | Same/next-day dispatch | Same-day dispatch |
| Reviews | 4.8(271) | 1.0(4) | 4.9(15) |
| Purity | — | 99% | 99% |
| COA | — | — | |
| Bulk discount | — | — | — |

