Collection: Peptides

Peptides are short chains of amino acids — the building blocks of proteins like collagen — that signal your skin to firm, repair, and renew. Dermatologists rely on them as a gentle yet effective anti-aging ingredient. Developed by board-certified dermatologist Dr. Zenovia Gabriel, this collection pairs peptides with ceramides and hyaluronic acid to firm, plump, and strengthen skin at the same time.

What do peptides do for your skin?

• Support collagen production to visibly firm and improve elasticity.
• Plump and smooth the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
• Strengthen the skin barrier for healthier, more resilient skin.
• Are gentle and well-tolerated, making them a great anti-aging option for sensitive skin that can't use stronger actives.

How to use peptides

Peptides can be used morning and night and layer well with most other ingredients, including hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and Vitamin C. Apply your peptide serum after cleansing and toning, then seal with moisturizer. Because they're gentle, peptides are a wonderful complement to retinol — supporting firmness without adding irritation.

Dr. Zenovia's peptide lineup

• Hyaluronic Acid + Peptide Serum — firms and plumps with peptides while multi-weight hyaluronic acid delivers deep hydration.
• Peptide + Ceramide Repairing Moisturizer — a barrier-repairing cream that combines peptides, skin-identical ceramides, and hyaluronic acid to firm, hydrate, and strengthen.

Frequently asked questions about peptides

What do peptides do for the skin?
Peptides signal the skin to produce collagen, which helps firm, plump, and improve elasticity while strengthening the skin barrier. They're a gentle, effective way to address visible aging.

Are peptides good for sensitive skin?
Yes — peptides are gentle and well-tolerated, making them an excellent anti-aging choice for sensitive skin or for anyone who finds stronger actives like retinol irritating.

Can I use peptides with retinol or other actives?
Yes. Peptides layer well with virtually everything, including retinol, hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, and Vitamin C. They pair especially well with retinol, supporting firmness without adding irritation.

Do peptides help with firmness and fine lines?
Yes. By supporting collagen, peptides help visibly firm skin and soften the look of fine lines and wrinkles, for a plumper, more youthful appearance over time.

Are peptides good for menopausal skin?
Yes. As estrogen and collagen decline during menopause, skin loses firmness. Peptides help support collagen, making them a valuable ingredient for mature and menopausal skin — especially paired with ceramides and hyaluronic acid.

Every Dr. Zenovia formula is developed for sensitive skin and built on the clinical philosophy Dr. Zenovia brings to her dermatology practice: proven actives, a protected barrier, and visible results.