ACETYL OCTAPEPTIDE-3
molecular structure · PubChem
Synthetic
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Acetyl Octapeptide-3 is the reaction product of acetic acid and Octapeptide-3
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Functions
HUMECTANT
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
SKIN CONDITIONING
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: CosIng