Theramid Copper Peptide

Theramid Copper Peptide
5.6
/ 10
Moisturizing
9.8 Humectancy icon Humectancy
1.5 Occlusivity icon Occlusivity

Review

Results you may expect from using Theramid Copper Peptide:

Based on the ingredient analysis by CreamScan, these are the key benefits you can expect from using Theramid Copper Peptide:

  • Moderate moisturizing. It has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

How moisturizing is it?

Quite moisturizing: Theramid Copper Peptide has a moisturizing rating of 5.6 out of 10.

Is it more humectant or occlusive? Significantly more humectant. It has a low occlusivity of 1.5 out of 10 and a very high humectancy of 9.8 out of 10, primarily due to the high content of Propanediol (est. ≈6.0%) and Betaine (est. ≈2.0%).

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the moisturizing rating calculation.

Anti-wrinkle efficacy

According to CreamScan analysis, Theramid Copper Peptide has a zero anti-wrinkle rating.

It contains some ingredients marketed as effective in reducing wrinkles, specifically Copper Tripeptide-1, Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2, sh-Oligopeptide-1, sh-Polypeptide-1, and sh-Polypeptide-9. However, the studies supporting the anti-wrinkle claims of these ingredients provide insufficient evidence of efficacy according to CreamScan Research Evaluation Standards. Therefore, these ingredients do not generate the anti-wrinkle rating.

Moisturizers, when used regularly, are proven to prevent wrinkle formation and even reduce existing wrinkles. Therefore, this product, like any other moisturizer, could deliver some anti-wrinkle effects through its moisturizing action.

Please refer to the Ratings section below for details of the anti-wrinkle rating calculation.

Ingredients

Est. % Ingredient Origin Functions
75
Water
6
Propanediol
4
Cyclopentasiloxane
3
Dimethicone
2
Betaine
0.3
Copper Tripeptide-1
0.3
Bifida Ferment Lysate
0.3
Cyclohexasiloxane
0.3
Glycerin
0.3
Sodium Chloride
0.3
Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
0.3
Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-1
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-2
0.3
sh-Polypeptide-1
0.3
sh-Polypeptide-11
0.3
sh-Polypeptide-9
0.3
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
0.3
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
0.3
Cetyl PCA
0.3
Hexyl Laurate
0.3
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
0.3
Lecithin
0.3
Acetyl Glutamine
0.3
Caprylyl Glycol
0.3
Butylene Glycol
0.3
Dextran
0.3
Disodium EDTA
0.3
Acetic Acid
0.3
1,2-Hexanediol
0.3
Sodium Benzoate
0.3
Phenoxyethanol
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Water
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Propanediol
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Cyclopentasiloxane
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Dimethicone
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Betaine
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Copper Tripeptide-1
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Bifida Ferment Lysate
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Cyclohexasiloxane
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Glycerin
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Sodium Chloride
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Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
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Sodium Hyaluronate
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Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
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Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
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sh-Oligopeptide-1
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sh-Oligopeptide-2
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sh-Polypeptide-1
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sh-Polypeptide-11
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sh-Polypeptide-9
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Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
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Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
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Cetyl PCA
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Hexyl Laurate
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PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
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Lecithin
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Acetyl Glutamine
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Caprylyl Glycol
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Butylene Glycol
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Dextran
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Disodium EDTA
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Acetic Acid
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1,2-Hexanediol
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Sodium Benzoate
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Phenoxyethanol
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Ratings

All humectants
9.8
6
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
All occlusives
3.0
3.0
Benchmark
20
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Raiting
Humectancy All humectants 9.8 10
9.8
6
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Occlusivity All occlusives 3.0 20
1.5
3.0
Moisturizing rating
5.6
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Humectancy
6
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
All humectants 9.8 10
9.8
All humectants
9.8
6
2
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
10
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark Occlusivity
3
All occlusives 3.0 20
1.5
All occlusives
3.0
3.0
Benchmark
20
Ingredient
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
when present at, %
in this formula est. %
Rating
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
n/a
- 0.3 -
Total
0
Copper Tripeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
sh-Oligopeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
sh-Polypeptide-1
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
sh-Polypeptide-9
-
Ingredient anti-wrinkle power
n/a
when present at, %
-
in this formula, est. %
0.3
Anti-wrinkle rating
0
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Antioxidants
0.3
0.3
0.3
All antioxidants 0.9 3 No
All antioxidants
0.9
Copper Tripeptide-1
0.3
Sodium Hyaluronate
0.3
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
0.3
Benchmark
3
Ingredient Est. % Benchmark
Rich in Soothing
0.3
0.3
All soothing 0.6 5 No
All soothing
0.6
0.3
0.3
Benchmark
5

Ingredients explained

Water
Est. %75
Function
Origin
WaterThe most used ingredient in skincare. Its concentration defines the product texture: rich creams may have about 50% of water while a light jelly about 90%. Water doesn’t moisturize the skin by itself and is used in skincare as a solvent for other ingredients.
Propanediol
Est. %6
Function
Origin
PropanediolAn excellent solvent capable of mixing water with normally water-insoluble ingredients. It also functions as a humectant due to its water-loving alcohol groups. Propanediol can control the viscosity of a product by reducing its thickness.
Cyclopentasiloxane
Est. %4
Function
Origin
CyclopentasiloxaneA lightweight, fast-spreading emollient that leaves a very soft and silky after-feel on the skin. Supplied as a clear and colorless liquid, cyclopentasiloxane is often used as a solvent to dissolve other silicones in.
Dimethicone
Est. %3
Function
Origin
DimethiconeThe most common silicone in skincare. It forms a silky, smooth film on the skin’s surface and can help to prevent water loss. It also aids in wound healing and can treat and soften scars. Dimethicone is considered to be very safe for use.
Betaine
Est. %2
Function
Origin
BetaineAn ingredient derived from the sucrose in sugar beets. It has a negative chemical charge and a positive chemical charge on the same molecule. This allows betaine to be hygroscopic or humectant and thus provide moisturization by drawing water to the skin.
Copper Tripeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Copper Tripeptide-1

A skin-identical, copper-binding peptide that promotes the synthesis of all structural elements in the skin.

Bifida Ferment Lysate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bifida Ferment LysateA mixture of probiotic bacteria. According to the patent holder, it contains enzymes that are able to repair damaged DNA in skin cells. A single study confirms that it is able to reduce skin sensitivity.
Cyclohexasiloxane
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
CyclohexasiloxaneA clear silicone fluid with very low viscosity that is commonly used as a solvent and emollient. It has excellent spreadability, rubs in quickly, and leaves a silky smooth after-feel on the skin.
Glycerin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Glycerin

The most popular moisturizing ingredient in the world. It is a powerful humectant – cheap yet very effective.

Sodium Chloride
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Chloride

You’re definitely familiar with sodium chloride, even if you don’t think you are. It’s table salt! Salt works well with some cleansing ingredients (surfactants) to thicken them into gels. It also acts as a stabilizer for water-in-oil emulsions.

Polyglyceryl-4 Isostearate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Polyglyceryl-4 IsostearateA synthetic emollient emulsifier that helps oil and water phases to mix.
Sodium Hyaluronate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium Hyaluronate

A sodium salt of famous hyaluronic acid. A potent humectant that hydrates the skin, supports collagen function, and fills out small wrinkles. Sodium hyaluronate also offers soothing and antioxidant properties.

Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl Tetrapeptide-2

Description is coming soon

Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Trifluoroacetyl Tripeptide-2

A synthetically made peptide that was shown to slow down the degradation of elastin in the skin. It is said to be able to reduce sagging and wrinkles in different parts of the face, although this has not been well researched yet.

sh-Oligopeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Oligopeptide-1

Also known as Human Epidermal Growth Factor. It increases metabolism in skin cells and is claimed to improves skin texture and elasticity.

sh-Oligopeptide-2
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Oligopeptide-2

Description is coming soon

sh-Polypeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Polypeptide-1

Also known as Basic Fibroblast Growth Factor. It has collagen and elastin-boosting effects and can result in firmer, more elastic skin. It has been tested for scar healing, but its use in skincare products is still a bit controversial.

sh-Polypeptide-11
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Polypeptide-11Description is coming soon
sh-Polypeptide-9
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
sh-Polypeptide-9

Also known as Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor. It stimulates the formation of new blood vessels, thereby improving microcirculation. It is not well researched for use in skincare and is still a bit controversial.

Acetyl Hexapeptide-1
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl Hexapeptide-1Description is coming soon
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Bacillus/Folic Acid Ferment Filtrate Extract

Combined with folic acid and derived from Bacillus fermentation, this extract acts as a humectant, retaining moisture to keep skin hydrated, and as an antioxidant, shielding skin from free-radical damage.

Cetyl PCA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Cetyl PCADescription is coming soon
Hexyl Laurate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Hexyl LaurateAn emollient ester with very high spreadability.
PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PEG/PPG-18/18 DimethiconeA silicone-based emulsifier that has the ability to create non-sticky and non-greasy formulas.
Lecithin
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
LecithinA humectant, emollient, and emulsifier best suited for water-in-oil emulsions. Lecithin can come from sunflowers, soy, and eggs. The downside to lecithin is that it causes an extra burden on the formula’s preservative because it is nutritious.
Acetyl Glutamine
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetyl GlutamineDescription is coming soon
Caprylyl Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Caprylyl GlycolAn emollient that improves product spreadability and offers a silky feel on the skin. It also acts as a preservative booster that improves the efficacy of other preservatives. According to the manufacturer, it is also a humectant moisturizer.
Butylene Glycol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Butylene GlycolA clear, colorless liquid humectant that draws moisture to the skin. The humectancy of butylene glycol, owed to its two hydroxyl groups, is quite considerable, although not as powerful as glycerin, which contains three hydroxyl groups.
Dextran
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
DextranA naturally derived sucrose metabolite that thickens water and bulks emulsions.
Disodium EDTA
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Disodium EDTAA synthetic chelator that helps to maintain the look and smell of a product by 'locking up' troublesome metal ions.
Acetic Acid
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Acetic AcidDescription is coming soon
1,2-Hexanediol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
1,2-HexanediolA multi-functional formula helper. It is a well-studied preservtive against bacteria and can help pigments and fragrances disperse evenly in a formula.
Sodium Benzoate
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
Sodium BenzoateA preservative that usually works in combination with other preservatives. It has to be at low pH (<5.5) to be effective.
Phenoxyethanol
Est. %0.3
Function
Origin
PhenoxyethanolThe most frequently used preservative in skincare. It is a clear, oil-like liquid synthetic substance that protects products from harmful bacteria and yeast, whilst still leaving skin microflora unharmed. It is confirmed by research to be harmless.