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Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline): molecular data, studies & sources
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline) is catalogued here as a research compound. This profile brings together the molecular source record, selected indexed publications and available supplier comparisons. Evidence for a named substance does not authenticate a commercial product.
Compiled by PeptideTech Editors · Sources checked · Selected bibliography, not a systematic review
Molecular formula, weight & structure
- Molecular formula (MF)
- C35H62N14O11S
- Molecular weight (MW)
- 887.0 g/mol
- PubChem compound ID
- 71587772
- Record title
- Acetyl hexapeptide-3
Values describe the selected PubChem molecular entity. Counterions, salt forms, hydration and sequence changes can alter the supplied material. Confirm the exact identity against the supplier specification.
Source: PubChem CID 71587772 · retrieved 2026-09-21

Chemical identifiers and source data
- IUPAC name
- (4S)-4-acetamido-5-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-5-amino-1-[[(2S)-1-[[(2S)-1-amino-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)-1-oxopentan-2-yl]amino]-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)-1-oxopentan-2-yl]amino]-1,5-dioxopentan-2-yl]amino]-4-methylsulfanyl-1-oxobutan-2-yl]amino]-4-carboxy-1-oxobutan-2-yl]amino]hex-5-enoic acid
- InChIKey
- AJLNZWYOJAWBCR-OOPVGHQCSA-N
- SMILES
- CC(=O)N[C@@H](CCC(=O)O)C(=C)N[C@@H](CCC(=O)O)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCSC)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCC(=O)N)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCCN=C(N)N)C(=O)N[C@@H](CCCN=C(N)N)C(=O)N
Human and clinical studies
Selected human-study records are shown with their indexed or reviewed study type. Check the original article for the intervention, formulation and controls; the molecule can also be a comparator or measured variable.
- Human study · PubMed trial index
Pilot study of topical acetyl hexapeptide-8 in the treatment for blepharospasm in patients receiving botulinum toxin therapy.
Lungu C, Considine E, Zahir S et al. · European journal of neurology · 2013
PMID 23146065 · DOI: 10.1111/ene.12009
Preclinical research, reviews & other publications
Animal studies, laboratory experiments, reviews and other indexed papers answer different questions. A review is secondary evidence; a case report does not estimate how often an outcome occurs.
- Review · secondary evidence
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 in Cosmeceuticals-A Review of Skin Permeability and Efficacy.
Zdrada-Nowak J, Surgiel-Gemza A, Szatkowska M et al. · International journal of molecular sciences · 2025
PMID 40565185 · DOI: 10.3390/ijms26125722
- Research publication · design requires review
Public Interest in Acetyl Hexapeptide-8: Longitudinal Analysis.
Olsson SE, Sreepad B, Lee T et al. · JMIR dermatology · 2024
PMID 38376906 · DOI: 10.2196/54217
- Research publication · design requires review
Safety Assessment of Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 Amide as Used in Cosmetics.
Johnson W, Bergfeld WF, Belsito DV et al. · International journal of toxicology · 2025
PMID 40673537 · DOI: 10.1177/10915818251340391
- Research publication · design requires review
Polydioxanone Bioactive Sutures-Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 (Argireline): An Intelligent System for Controlled Release in Facial Harmonization.
Velazco de Maldonado GJ, Suárez-Vega DV, Miller-Kobisher B et al. · Journal of cutaneous and aesthetic surgery · 2023
PMID 38314369 · DOI: 10.4103/JCAS.JCAS_34_23
- Preclinical / laboratory research
Topical delivery of acetyl hexapeptide-8 from different emulsions: influence of emulsion composition and internal structure.
Hoppel M, Reznicek G, Kählig H et al. · European journal of pharmaceutical sciences : official journal of the European Federation for Pharmaceutical Sciences · 2015
PMID 25497319 · DOI: 10.1016/j.ejps.2014.12.006
Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline) supplier sources
Scientific sources describe molecules and experiments. The commercial links below identify recorded supplier packages. A publication or chemical database entry does not verify the seller, purity, sterility or contents of a lot. Some links are affiliate links; see our disclosure.
Compare all Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 (Argireline) sizes, forms and supplier prices →
| Supplier | Recorded packages | Example source listing |
|---|---|---|
| Cenexa LabsUSD | 200mg Powder1 recorded offers | 200mg Powder · $209.99Checked Sep 16, 2026Supplier listing |
Reference sources & further reading
- PubChem compound record 71587772 — chemical identity and structure.
- Wikipedia: Acetyl hexapeptide-8 — Background encyclopedia; not a primary clinical source.
The citations above link directly to publication records. Encyclopedia links are background reading and are not used to establish clinical effectiveness.
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