The VELPEPTIDE™ Journal

Science.
Beauty.
Ritual.

Founder-led perspectives on peptide science, beauty rituals, and the philosophy behind VELPEPTIDE™. Written by Danica, Isabelle, and Sofie.

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Isabelle Brasseur

CEO & Co-Founder

Science

The Science of Peptides: Why They Are the Future of Skincare

Peptides are not a trend. They are the most scientifically validated category of skincare actives ever developed. Here is everything you need to know about how they work — and why we built an entire brand around them.

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Beauty Ritual
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Sofie Hoebanx · 6 min read

My 7-Minute Morning Ritual: How I Prep My Skin for the Camera

After two decades in front of cameras across four continents, I have tried every product, every technique, and every sho...

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Founder Story
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Danica Genova · 7 min read

What 15 Years Behind the Chair in Hollywood Taught Me About Skin

Running a hair salon in Hollywood means your clients include some of the most scrutinized faces on the planet. Here is w...

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Ingredient Deep-Dive
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Isabelle Brasseur · 10 min read

The Complete Guide to Copper Peptides: GHK-Cu Explained

GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1) is not a new discovery — it has been studied for over 50 years. But most people still do no...

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Isabelle Brasseur · 9 min read

Peptides vs. Retinol: The Honest Comparison

Retinol has been the gold standard of anti-aging skincare for 40 years. Peptides are challenging that position. Here is ...

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Danica Genova · 7 min read

The Skin Barrier: Why It Is the Foundation of Every Great Skincare Routine

The skin barrier is the most important — and most misunderstood — concept in skincare. Here is what it is, why it breaks...

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Beauty Ritual
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Isabelle Brasseur · 8 min read

The Art of Peptide Layering: How to Build the Perfect Routine

Peptides are powerful individually. Layered correctly, they are transformative. Here is the exact protocol we use — and ...

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Sofie Hoebanx · 6 min read

Aging Gracefully: What I Wish I Had Known at 25

I spent my twenties and thirties trying to look younger. Now, in my forties, I have finally learned to look like myself ...

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Isabelle Brasseur · 9 min read

The 'Clean Beauty' Myth: What the Science Actually Says

The clean beauty movement has done enormous good in eliminating genuinely harmful ingredients. But it has also created a...

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