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Liquid Peptides — Reddit Reviews

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Updated October 13, 2026

Multi-peptide serum plumps skin and softens lines; pricey, temporary payoff.

What the community says

Backed by 6 studies

A cosmetically elegant multi-peptide serum with sodium hyaluronate for plumping and smoothing mature-looking skin. It suits peptide-curious tretinoin users, though oily or acne-prone skin may find the richer finish heavy or breakout-triggering.

From Reddit

Backed by 29 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 5 more.

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What people love

  • Multi-peptide formula with noticeable plumping
  • Visible improvement in lines and firmness
  • Cosmetically elegant texture

Watch out for

  • Expensive at roughly $68
  • Benefits fade quickly after stopping
  • Richer finish can feel heavy on oily zones

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What the science says vs. what Reddit says

  • Anti-Aging

    Not proven yet

    Few or mixed studies. This claim isn't established.

    Peptides: 2 studies tested it on its own. See all 6 studies

    On Reddit: Between-boob chest wrinkles show a noticeable difference, but it fades quickly after a night or two off. 9 mentions

    What the studies found
    • Both studies that tested it on its own found it helped with signs of aging
    • Studies found it improved firmness and made skin texture look smoother
    • One study found it reduced wrinkles and improved how much water the skin held
    • One study found it worked better than a human-derived growth factor serum for skin texture and firmness
    • No stinging, itching, or discomfort was reported in one study

Research context, not treatment advice. Studies are about the ingredient, not necessarily this exact product.

Real Reddit threads — 37 mentions across 29 threads

Medik8 Liquid Peptides on Reddit, in one place — 29 threads from r/30PlusSkinCare, r/SkincareAddiction and 5 more, summarized.

“Since then, I added the following to my routine: -medik8 advanced mp liquid peptides”

Positive

“Crazy,I have .1 tret. Medik8 peptides and have had the alastin in my cart for a while”

Positive

“Seeing improvement in smile lines after 6 months”

Positive

“The Geek & Gorgeous peptide serum is really good and compares well to medik8 liquid peptides.”

Mentioned

“Any substitute for The Ordinary's Multi-Peptide Copper Serum?”

Mentioned

“I've been using Maelove Peptide Squad with copper”

Mentioned

“I've also been using the stupidly expensive Medik8 liquid peptides more recently”

Positive

“it seems to be making a noticeable difference in my between-boob chest wrinkles.”

Positive

“if I skip a night or two, it reverts quickly”

Positive

“I’ve been using medik8 Bakuchiol and their multi peptide serum”

Positive

“I’m halfway through both bottles and my skin is looking better than it has in awhile.”

Positive

“Medicube pink peptides serum, not a patch on my medik8 liquid peptides”

Mentioned

“my medik8 liquid peptides (which is too expensive)”

Mentioned

“not a patch on my medik8 liquid peptides”

Mentioned
r/30PlusSkinCareLooking for advice
28

“I recommend medik8 advanced liquid peptides. That serum is amazing .”

Positive

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