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Overview:
- copper which is bounded by several chains of amino acid
- been on the market only since 1997
- considered as the best skin regeneration ingredient
- stimulates collagen and elastin synthesis
- acts as an antioxidant 
- promotes production of glycosaminoglycans 
- increase the benefits of the body’s natural tissue building processes
- can be used in conjunction with retinoids 
   > helps to reduce the irritation associated with retinoid use
- cannot be used with topical vitamin C

Purported skin care benefits when applied topically:
- speed up wound healing
- smooth rough skin
- improve skin firmness
- reduce fine lines
- improve skin tone
- bring irritated skin back to normalcy
- fights cellulite
- reduce photodamage and hyperpigmentation

Known side effects:
- should not be used daily but in a cycle
- excessive use may cause the following:
   > looseness of the skin and sagging or wrinkly skin
   > skin irritation and skin redness
(such side effects are usually temporary)

Products containing this ingredient:
- anti-aging products
- day and night-time creams
- eye creams and serums
   > Skinbiology
   > Olay Regenerist
   > Strivectin SD

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