Peptide

Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17

Peptide growth stimulator for eyelashes and eyebrows. Activates keratin genes in hair follicles, increasing the length and density of eyelashes without hormonal mechanisms. A key ingredient in eyelash serums.

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✓ Safe

Comedogenic Rating

0/5

Irritation Potential

0/5

What is it?

Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 — a lipopeptide with a myristoyl (C14) acyl tail and a pentapeptide that serves as a signaling sequence for keratinogenesis stimulation. Mechanism: activation of transcription of keratin genes (KRT6, KRT16) in the follicle matrix cells → increased keratin synthesis → thickening and lengthening of the eyelash/eyebrow hair. INCI: Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17. Often used in conjunction with Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16 for a synergistic effect. Effective concentration: 2–5 ppm.

Serums and conditioners for eyelashes and eyebrows. The effect is comparable to bimatoprost (Latisse) in terms of keratin stimulation mechanism, but without hormonal side effects.

Key Benefits

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Increase in length and density of eyelashes

Clinical study: 0.0005% Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 in eyelash serum, 8 weeks — increase in eyelash length by 25%, density by 13% compared to baseline. Mechanism — prolongation of the anagen (active) phase of the hair growth cycle and increased keratin synthesis. The effect is maintained with regular use, decreases after discontinuation.

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Strengthening and nourishing the hair

Increased keratin synthesis → thicker, less brittle eyelash hair. Eyelashes appear denser and more resilient even before they actually grow. The myristoyl tail provides lipophilic binding to follicle cell membranes and penetration to matrix cells.

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Without hormonal mechanisms and side effects

Unlike prostaglandin analogs (bimatoprost, latanoprost), Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 stimulates eyelash growth through keratin genes, not hormonal receptors. Does not cause hyperpigmentation of the skin around the eyes, does not change the color of the iris. Safe for long-term daily use.

Suitable for

for eyelash serumsfor eyebrowsfor sparse or short eyelashes

Main Actions

✓ stimulation of eyelash and eyebrow growth✓ strengthening of hair (keratin)✓ prolongation of the anagen phase

Peptide duo for eyelashes

Myristoyl Pentapeptide-17 (keratin stimulator) + Myristoyl Hexapeptide-16 (follicle activator) = standard peptide system in premium eyelash serums. The first enhances keratin synthesis, the second activates inactive follicles. The combination yields better results than each separately. Also complemented with biotin, panthenol, and thiamine for additional nourishment.

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