SNAP-8
Synthetic octapeptide marketed as a topical anti-wrinkle ingredient (Centerchem/Lipotec). Structurally related to Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3) but with two additional C-terminal amino acids. Manufacturer marketing positions SNAP-8 as an 'improved' Argireline variant.
Mechanism of action
SNAP-8 is an octapeptide variant of Argireline. The sequence corresponds to the N-terminus of the SNAP-25 protein. As with Argireline, the postulated mechanism is competitive inhibition of the SNARE complex needed for acetylcholine vesicle fusion at the neuromuscular endplate. According to the manufacturer the two extra C-terminal amino acids increase SNARE-complex affinity — there are individual industry studies on this but no independent systematic confirmation.
Evidence at a glance
What the studies show
Pharmacokinetics
Routes of administration in the literature
Safer use & risks
Known adverse events from studies
Interactions & combinations
Risks & hygiene aspects in the literature
Marketing comparison with Argireline
Anecdotal observations
Legal status by country
Reconstitution calculator
Peptides ship as a dry powder. Once dissolved in a liquid (reconstitution), this calculator answers a single question: how much substance is in one millilitre of solution afterwards?
- 1Enter the vial's substance amount (printed on the label).
- 2Enter how much solvent you add.
- 3Result = concentration in mg per mL.
Cofactors
These cofactors relate to the peptide class, not to a specific use. No recommendation, no dosing.
Study register
A synthetic hexapeptide (Argireline) with anti-wrinkle activity
CosIng — Acetyl Octapeptide-3 (Cosmetic Ingredient Database)
Sources & method
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