If you’re serious about skin strength, bounce, and long-term youthfulness, peptides deserve a starring role in your routine. These tiny chains of amino acids signal your skin to regenerate, repair, and rebuild - making them one of the most effective ingredients for tackling fine lines, loss of firmness, and compromised barrier function.
In this blog, we explore how peptides work, answer your most-Googled questions about them, and spotlight Bloc’s Pro-Peptide Serum - a clinic-born formula powered by next-gen peptides and skin-repairing actives.
What Are Peptides?
Peptides are short chains of amino acids - the building blocks of proteins like collagen and elastin. When applied topically, they act as messengers that signal your skin to produce more of these structural proteins, resulting in stronger, firmer, and more resilient skin.
Think of peptides as little coaches encouraging your skin to keep producing the things that keep it plump and youthful.
What Do Peptides Do for the Skin?
Peptides offer a wide range of benefits for almost all skin types and concerns. Here’s what makes them a must-have:
- Stimulate collagen and elastin production
- Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
- Strengthen the skin barrier
- Improve skin firmness and elasticity
- Support wound healing and reduce inflammation
- Enhance skin’s texture and bounce
Unlike stronger actives like retinol or exfoliating acids, peptides are incredibly gentle and don’t cause irritation - making them ideal for daily use, even on sensitive skin.
Ingredient Spotlight: Bloc's Pro-Peptide Serum
Bloc’s Pro-Peptide Serum is our go-to for skin regeneration, firmness, and long-term resilience. It's formulated with a powerful mix of bioavailable peptides, botanical antioxidants, and hydrators to support skin structure while calming and nourishing stressed-out complexions.
Key Ingredients & Their Benefits:
- Acetyl Hexapeptide-8: Known as the “Botox peptide,” it helps reduce dynamic wrinkles caused by facial movement.
- Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4: Boosts collagen production and improves skin texture.
- Teprenone: A skin longevity molecule that protects against signs of ageing and environmental stress.
- Bakuchiol: A gentle, plant-based retinol alternative that smooths and brightens without irritation. Centella Asiatica & Echinacea Extracts: Calm inflammation and
- support skin repair.
- Magnesium Ascorbyl Phosphate (Stable Vitamin C): Brightens and protects against oxidative damage.
- Hyaluronic Acid + Glycerin + Glucose: Deliver lasting hydration and plumpness.
- Darutoside & Imperata Cylindrica Root Extract: Help improve skin elasticity and barrier repair.
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Biotin: Supports cell regeneration and skin vitality.
This serum is your skin’s daily dose of structure, strength and support.
How to Use Bloc's Pro-Peptide Serum
Apply 1–2 pumps to freshly cleansed skin, morning or evening, before moisturiser. For best results, follow with your preferred Bloc moisturiser and SPF during the day.
Why Peptides Are a Bloc Skincare Essential
At Bloc, we believe in intelligent skincare - formulas that deliver visible results with long-term skin health in mind. Peptides align perfectly with that mission. They’re sophisticated, skin-strengthening molecules that communicate directly with your cells. When paired with antioxidants, hydrators and calming botanicals - like in our Pro-Peptide Serum - they help rebuild skin from the inside out.
