Science
The science behind radiant skin and effective recovery with Q-peptide
It is known that through millions of years of evolution, nature keeps only the most important things. One of these things is Quthero’s heptapeptide, called Q-peptide. Q-peptide is scientifically proven to keep skin cells viable under harsh conditions. Q-peptide also empowers the body’s own immune response to balance inflammation with regeneration, resulting in enhanced healing.
Q-peptide protects cells and heals wounds
Q-peptide protects against everyday environmental damage: Laboratory experiments consistently show that Q-peptide keeps the skin's surface cells healthy when they are exposed to harsh agents that cause damage and aging-related signals, like those found in everyday pollution.
Q-peptide supports collagen regeneration: Q-peptide helps to create an environment where your innate immune system and skin cells work together to support regeneration. When damaged human skin was treated with Q-peptide, its collagen structure regenerated completely (image to right).
Collagen is naturally present in healthy skin, providing structure and support. The images below compare the collagen fibres in the skin 28 days after injury and treatment.
Q-peptide enhances post-procedure healing
In a blinded clinical trial where Q-peptide treatment and a comparator treatment were applied to the face following aesthetic procedures, Q-peptide treatment resulted in a two-fold decrease in symptoms of inflammation such as redness, swelling, and bruising, as well as improvements in skin quality and more rapid recovery.
What dermatologists and patients are saying
Dermatologists and patients preferred Q-peptide treatment over a standard comparator ointment due to improved healing and enhanced skin texture.
Compared to a standard ointment, patients were:
- 2x more likely to continue using Q-peptide treatment
- 5x more likely to recommend the Q-peptide treatment to others
- 2x more likely to report feeling confident with their skin
