All about beauty’s hottest new ingredient: Matrixyl

Gaining significant coverage in the press recently is the ingredient Matrixyl, and its supercharged sister, Matrixyl 3000. If you haven't yet heard of these ingredients already, they're essentially warriers against ageing, and help to keep the skin plumped-up, firm and youthful.

What is Matrixyl?

Matrixyl is considered to be perhaps one of, if not the most effective anti-ageing ingredient on the market.

Otherwise known as the Oligo peptide, it contains an active ingredient known as Palmitoyl Pentapeptide which helps to stimulate new collagen growth, hyaluronic acid and elastin, all of which are important in fighting against fine lines and wrinkles.

What is Matrixyl 3000?

Specially designed to do the same job as Matrixyl, Matrixyl 3000 also inhibits the damage caused by glycation, (the effects of sugar on the skin) and even helps to reverse any exisiting effects.

The large amount of glucose and fructose in our diets today from fruits and fast foods can cause huge damage to our skin without us realising, which is what makes Matrixyl 3000 so important to include in our skincare routines.

The Matrixyl beauty edit

1. The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% + HA High Strength Peptide Formulation 30ml

The Ordinary Matrixyl 10% + HA High Strength Peptide Formulation 30ml

4.61 stars out of a maximum of 5

395

£10.40

QUICK BUY

Who doesn't love The Ordinary? With it's no nonsense formulas and packaging, they're one of the trendiest and best brands to buy into at the moment. Their Matrixyl 10% contains Matrixyl 3000 and hyaluronic acid, alongside a third Matrixyl component, known as Matrixyl Synthe'6, which helps to stimulate connective tissue and iron out wrinkles.

3. Vita Liberata Anti-Ageing Self Tanning Serum 15ml

Vita Liberata Anti-Ageing Self Tanning Serum 15ml

4.14 stars out of a maximum of 5

7

£28.95

COMING SOON

If you like the idea of multi-tasking skincare, you will love Vita Liberata's Anti-Ageing Self Tanning Serum. Primarly formulated to deliver a lightly sun-kissed complexion, it also contains Matrixyl 3000 to stimulate collagen production and keep the skin plumped-up and youthful. This is a perfect one for the summer months when you want a healthy glow without compromising on the effectiveness of your skincare.

4. Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Body Treatment (120ml)

Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Body Treatment (120ml)

RRP: £68.00Current price: £54.40

COMING SOON

We can often forget that the skin on our bodies requires just as much attention as our complexion, which is why we love the Sarah Chapman Skinesis Overnight Body Treatment. Made with a cocktail of powerful ingredients, including Matrixyl and Vitamins A, C and E, the smoothing treatment helps to soften skin and firm any concerning areas.

5. PRAI AGELESS Eye D-Crease Crème 15ml

PRAI AGELESS Eye D-Crease Crème 15ml

5 stars out of a maximum of 5

3

£27.99

COMING SOON

One of the first areas on the body to show ageing, fatigue and stress are the eyes. Prai's Ageless Eye D-Crease Crème has a fragrance-free formula suitable for sensitive skin, as well as Matrixyl to combat fine lines and wrinkles. By smoothing and softening the skin, the eyes stay youthful and free from puffiness and dark circles.