DECAPEPTIDE-12

Decapeptide-12
Decapeptide-12 is a synthetic peptide that is composed of 10 amino acids. Its developers and subsequent researchers have suggested that Decapeptide-12 may potentially inhibit melanin production in the skin by suppressing the activity of tyrosinase, an enzyme involved in the synthesis of melanin.
Decapeptide-12 does not appear to mimic any naturally occurring peptide. Rather, it was designed and synthesized to exhibit specific properties. Decapeptide-12 is primarily researched in reducing melanin production and hyperpigmentation. It has also been studied for its potential impact on cell growth, differentiation, and mitigating cell aging. However, more research is needed to fully understand the potential properties and results of Decapeptide-12 experiments in these contexts.
Chemical Makeup
Molecular Formula: C65H90N18O17
Molecular Weight: 1311.46 g/mol