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GHK-Cu 100mg
🔬 What Is GHK-Cu?
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide found in human plasma, saliva, and urine.
It consists of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (GHK) bound to a copper ion (Cu²⁺).
Levels are high in youth but decline with age, which may contribute to slower healing and aging skin.
⚙️ Mechanism of Action
Copper delivery: Copper is critical for enzymes involved in tissue repair and collagen production.
Gene modulation: GHK-Cu can “reset” gene expression, activating hundreds of genes linked to healing, anti-inflammation, and tissue regeneration.
Wound healing: Promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessels), nerve regeneration, and collagen remodeling.
Anti-inflammatory: Reduces oxidative stress and pro-inflammatory cytokines.
📌 Reported Benefits
Skin & Hair
Stimulates collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycans → firmer, smoother skin.
Improves skin elasticity and reduces fine lines/wrinkles.
Used in anti-aging serums, microneedling solutions, and topical creams.
Enhances hair growth and reduces hair shedding (stimulates follicle enlargement).
Tissue Repair
Speeds healing of wounds, ulcers, and post-surgical sites.
Supports nerve repair and regeneration.
Improves muscle, tendon, and bone repair in preclinical studies.
Systemic (Experimental)
May improve lung tissue repair (studied in COPD/emphysema).
Shown to have anti-cancer activity in some lab studies (restores normal cell control), but still very experimental.
⚠️ Safety & Side Effects
Generally well tolerated in cosmetic/topical use.
Possible mild side effects: skin irritation, redness, or temporary “blue tint” (from copper).
Limited systemic safety data in humans—long-term injectable use remains experimental.
✅ Key Takeaways
GHK-Cu = copper peptide naturally present in the body, declines with age.
Uses: anti-aging skin care, wound healing, hair growth, tissue repair.
Forms: mainly topical; injectables exist in wellness/peptide clinics.
Dosing: typically 0.1–0.5% topical, or 50–200 mcg injection (experimental).
Status: Safe topically; systemic/injectable use is still investigational.
🔬 What Is GHK-Cu?
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide found in human plasma, saliva, and urine.
It consists of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (GHK) bound to a copper ion (Cu²⁺).
Levels are high in youth but decline with age, which may contribute to slower healing and aging skin.
⚙️ Mechanism of Action
Copper delivery: Copper is critical for enzymes involved in tissue repair and collagen production.
Gene modulation: GHK-Cu can “reset” gene expression, activating hundreds of genes linked to healing, anti-inflammation, and tissue regeneration.
Wound healing: Promotes angiogenesis (new blood vessels), nerve regeneration, and collagen remodeling.
Anti-inflammatory: Reduces oxidative stress and pro-inflammatory cytokines.
📌 Reported Benefits
Skin & Hair
Stimulates collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycans → firmer, smoother skin.
Improves skin elasticity and reduces fine lines/wrinkles.
Used in anti-aging serums, microneedling solutions, and topical creams.
Enhances hair growth and reduces hair shedding (stimulates follicle enlargement).
Tissue Repair
Speeds healing of wounds, ulcers, and post-surgical sites.
Supports nerve repair and regeneration.
Improves muscle, tendon, and bone repair in preclinical studies.
Systemic (Experimental)
May improve lung tissue repair (studied in COPD/emphysema).
Shown to have anti-cancer activity in some lab studies (restores normal cell control), but still very experimental.
⚠️ Safety & Side Effects
Generally well tolerated in cosmetic/topical use.
Possible mild side effects: skin irritation, redness, or temporary “blue tint” (from copper).
Limited systemic safety data in humans—long-term injectable use remains experimental.
✅ Key Takeaways
GHK-Cu = copper peptide naturally present in the body, declines with age.
Uses: anti-aging skin care, wound healing, hair growth, tissue repair.
Forms: mainly topical; injectables exist in wellness/peptide clinics.
Dosing: typically 0.1–0.5% topical, or 50–200 mcg injection (experimental).
Status: Safe topically; systemic/injectable use is still investigational.