How to use them
Use them in the same routine morning or night. Apply Zinc PCA first, then Peptides, moving from thinnest to thickest texture. Finish with sunscreen in the morning.
- 1CleanseGentle cleanser, pat dry
- 2Zinc PCA1%, wait about 1 minute
- 3Peptidesvaries
- 4Moisturiserseal everything in
What Peptides does
Short chains of amino acids that signal skin to support collagen and repair. They are gentle, a good anti-ageing option for people who cannot tolerate retinoids, and they layer easily.
- Typical strength
- varies
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Dry, Normal, Sensitive And Combination skin
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What Zinc PCA does
Zinc salts help regulate sebum and have mild anti-inflammatory and antibacterial effects. That is why zinc so often appears next to niacinamide in oil-control serums.
- Typical strength
- 1%
- When
- AM/PM
- Irritation
- Best for
- Oily And Combination skin
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Frequently asked questions
Can I use Peptides and Zinc PCA together?
Yes, it is safe. There is no known chemical conflict between Peptides and Zinc PCA, and neither makes the other less effective.
Which goes first, Peptides or Zinc PCA?
Apply Zinc PCA first, then Peptides. The general rule is thinnest to thickest texture, and lowest pH first.
Should I use Peptides in the morning or at night?
Peptides: works morning or night. Use morning and night after water-based serums. Low-pH acids applied at the same time can break some peptides down.
Should I use Zinc PCA in the morning or at night?
Zinc PCA: works morning or night. Use once or twice daily. It works best as part of a niacinamide or oil-control serum.