01 /What it is
Pentapeptide-3 is a synthetic five amino acid peptide modeled on snake venom waglerin sequences. It is also referred to in cosmetic research as Vialox.
02 /How it works
In research models, Pentapeptide-3 is studied as a postsynaptic nicotinic acetylcholine receptor antagonist. Its mechanism is investigated in cosmetic research on expression line pathways alongside Argireline and SNAP-8.
03 /What researchers explore it for
Researchers have explored Pentapeptide-3 in cosmetic peptide research, in expression line research, and in topical research alongside related peptides.
04 /Safety and interactions
Pentapeptide-3 is for laboratory research use only and is not for human consumption. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
05 /Research notes
Peptide family: receptor modulating cosmetic peptides. Frequently compared with Argireline, SNAP-8, and Acetyl Hexapeptide-30. Lyophilized powder; reconstitution and storage handling per laboratory protocols.
Related peptides
Argireline · SNAP-8 · Acetyl Hexapeptide-30