Lipotec has performed a new test on its successful UPLEVITY peptide. This tetrapeptide counteracts the sagging and ageing effects on the skin by increasing collagen and functional elastin synthesis. It further contributes to skin firmness by over-expressing genes involved in cellular cohesion due to focal adhesions (FAs) that are the interference between the actin cytoskeleton and extracellular matrix (ECM). The result is an improved quality of mature skin.
In the new in vivo study, a group of 40-60 year old women with saggy skin and loss of elasticity on the face applied cream with 2% UPLEVITY peptide solution twice a day for 56 days. At the end of the treatment, the following results were observed: improved skin firmness (25.2% decreased maximal deformation), enhanced general elasticity of the skin (16% increase in overall elasticity) as well as a visible lifting effect of the face contour with a decrease of 0.13 cm.
In addition, a self-assessment conducted by the participants regarding the efficacy of the product revealed that 95% of volunteers noticed a more toned skin after using the 2% UPLEVITY peptide solution and 90% believed that the treatment offered a firming effect.
UPLEVITY peptide demonstrated its firming and anti-sagging efficacy as the perfect ally in counteracting the force of gravity.
