Koko Elara
Advanced Peptide Firming Cream
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Description
Description
Six peptides. One extraordinary cream. Skin supported from within.
Koko Elara Advanced Peptide Firming Cream is a study in precision — six peptides, each with a distinct and complementary mechanism, chosen not for trend but for depth. Wrapped in squalane, jojoba seed oil, apricot kernel oil, and hyaluronic acid, it absorbs swiftly and works quietly. This is modern skincare science at its most considered. Clean. Vegan.
| The Six Peptides | Mechanism & Role |
| Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 |
A six-amino-acid peptide — a fragment of the SNAP-25 protein involved in neuromuscular signalling — that works at the skin's surface to support the appearance of expression lines. It is one of the most studied cosmetic peptides in the world, with a well-documented mechanism and an extensive safety profile. The foundation of this formula's peptide complex. |
| Pentapeptide-18 |
A five-amino-acid peptide that works synergistically with Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, complementing its mechanism through a distinct but compatible pathway. Together they form the primary peptide pairing of this formula — two sequences working in concert for a combined effect greater than either alone. |
| Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate |
A next-generation synthetic peptide — one of the most structurally sophisticated in modern cosmetic formulation — that supports the appearance of skin smoothness through a complementary mechanism to the hexapeptide and pentapeptide sequences. Its inclusion in this formula reflects a commitment to peptide diversity: different sequences, different mechanisms, comprehensive support. |
| Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
An eight-amino-acid peptide that contributes to the formula's comprehensive approach to the appearance of skin texture and skin tone. It works alongside the other peptides in this complex to support the skin's natural capacity for a refined, even surface — the fourth distinct mechanism in a formula designed for depth, not redundancy. |
| Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 |
A palmitoylated tripeptide — the fatty acid chain (palmitoyl) enhances its ability to penetrate the lipid-rich environment of the skin's outer layers, delivering the peptide sequence where it acts as a cellular messenger supporting the skin's natural structural processes. It is one of the most extensively studied signal peptides in skincare science. |
| Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 |
A palmitoylated tetrapeptide that works in celebrated partnership with Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1 — the two are among the most studied peptide pairings in cosmetic dermatology. Together they support the skin's natural processes for the appearance of firmness and resilience over time, addressing the deeper structural dimensions of skin wellness that surface-acting peptides cannot reach alone. |
| The Emollient Blend | Function |
| Hyaluronic Acid — Sodium Hyaluronate | A glycosaminoglycan capable of holding up to 1,000 times its weight in water — delivers immediate, deep hydration and supports skin volume and suppleness. |
| Squalane | Derived from olives, structurally identical to the skin's own sebum — absorbed without heaviness, locking in moisture and supporting the skin's natural barrier function. |
| Jojoba Seed Oil — Simmondsia chinensis | Technically a liquid wax rather than an oil — structurally similar to the skin's own sebum, nourishing and balancing without occluding pores. |
| Apricot Kernel Oil — Prunus armeniaca | Rich in oleic and linoleic essential fatty acids — softens and conditions the skin with a delicate, non-greasy touch that complements the weightlessness of squalane. |
| Full Ingredient List |
Water (Aqua), Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Glycerin, Polyacrylamide, C13-14 Isoparaffin, Squalane, Laureth-7, Sodium Hyaluronate, Acetyl Hexapeptide-8, Pentapeptide-18, Dipeptide Diaminobutyroyl Benzylamide Diacetate, Acetyl Octapeptide-3, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-1, Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7, Prunus Armeniaca (Apricot) Kernel Oil, Butylene Glycol, Carbomer, Polysorbate 20, Caprylyl Glycol, Potassium Sorbate, Phenoxyethanol, Ethylhexylglycerin. |
| The Ritual |
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After cleansing and applying your serum, warm a small amount between your fingertips and press gently into the face, neck, and décolleté using upward, lifting motions. Use morning and evening. For best results, use consistently as part of your daily skincare ritual — peptides work cumulatively, and their full effect builds with consistent daily use over eight or more weeks. |

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