Botox Cream Alternative: Peptide Creams for Expression Lines

What is a Botox cream?

"Botox cream" is the popular term for skincare with peptides that specifically target expression lines. Unlike an injection, a Botox cream does not contain botulinum toxin. It works on the skin's surface with cosmetic peptides that visibly soften lines caused by facial expressions with regular use.

The actives: Syn-Ake and SNAP-8

• Syn-Ake: a synthetic peptide modelled on a peptide found in the venom of the temple viper, which is why such products are also called snake venom creams. Syn-Ake contains no venom and visibly smooths expression lines.
• SNAP-8: an octapeptide that is part of the MBR SmoothM8 Complex in the THE BEST line. It visibly softens expression lines on the forehead and around the eyes.
• Supporting actives: hyaluronic acid, ceramides and the MBR FibroBoost Complex plump the skin and strengthen its structure.

You will find more skincare with peptides in our collection peptide serum.

Botox cream or injection?

• Effect: an injection relaxes the muscle for a limited time. A peptide cream visibly softens expression lines on the skin's surface.
• Application: the cream is applied daily at home, without needles and without downtime.
• Combination: many people use a peptide cream as a complement to aesthetic treatments. You will find suitable aftercare in our collection skincare after laser, peels & Botox. You can find out what peptides can realistically achieve in our guide Botox alternative.

Our peptide creams for expression lines

For the face

• Face Cream Smooth 100: with Syn-Ake, Ceramide NP, hyaluronic acid and SILA Detox. Visibly smooths expression lines and protects against environmental stress.
• THE BEST Face: with the MBR SmoothM8 Complex with SNAP-8, FibroBoost Complex and ectoin. The high-concentration cream for expression lines and firmness.
• THE BEST Face Extra Rich: with SmoothM8 Complex, FibroBoost Complex and Kalpariane. The extra-rich formula for dry, demanding skin.

For the eye area

• Eye Cream Smooth 100: with Syn-Ake, Cross Lift MBR, caffeine and niacinamide. Visibly smooths crow's feet and refreshes the eye area.
• THE BEST Eye: with SmoothM8 Complex, FibroBoost Complex, Beautifeye and ectoin. Also available in a 30 ml size.

Your routine against expression lines

• OPEN: cleanse your skin thoroughly but gently.
• TREAT: for maximum effect, apply a serum from our collection Botox serum alternative.
• CLOSE: apply your peptide cream morning and evening, paying particular attention to the forehead, frown area and eye area.
• Eye area: use a specialised formula such as the Eye Cream Smooth 100. You will find more in our collection anti-wrinkle eye cream.
• During the day: protect your skin from UV light with our face sunscreen.

Frequently asked questions about Botox creams

• Which Botox cream alternative suits me?
  For normal skin, the Face Cream Smooth 100 with Syn-Ake is a good fit. For demanding skin, THE BEST Face with SNAP-8 is ideal, and for dry skin THE BEST Face Extra Rich.
• What is a snake venom cream?
  A snake venom cream contains Syn-Ake, a synthetic peptide modelled on a peptide from the venom of the temple viper. It contains no actual venom and is well tolerated.
• Is a Botox cream a real alternative to an injection?
  A peptide cream does not achieve the same effect as an injection, but visibly softens expression lines with regular use, without needles or downtime. Many people use both in combination.
• How long does it take for a Botox cream to work?
  Visible results on expression lines usually appear after several weeks of regular use morning and evening.
• Are there Botox creams for men?
  Peptide creams work regardless of gender. Men will find care with peptides tailored to men's skin in our collection anti-aging cream for men.

Botox® is a registered trademark of Allergan, Inc. MBR Medical Beauty Research is not affiliated with Allergan. Our products do not contain botulinum toxin.