GLP-1 agonist peptides
Plain-English guides to 3 peptides used for glp-1 agonist in skin care.
Exenatide
GLP-1 agonist
The first approved GLP-1 mimetic—derived from Gila monster saliva peptide exendin-4.
On label: Exenatide
Liraglutide
GLP-1 agonist
An earlier daily-injection GLP-1 agonist—still used for diabetes and weight loss.
On label: Liraglutide
Semaglutide
GLP-1 agonist
A GLP-1 receptor agonist peptide drug approved for type 2 diabetes and chronic weight management.
On label: Semaglutide