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Peptide

GHK-Cu

GHK-Cu is a copper complex of the tripeptide GHK (glycyl-histidyl-lysine), which occurs naturally in human blood plasma. It is mostly studied for skin and wound healing.

Hair & Skin

What it is studied for

The strongest rated effects first. Bars show the size of the effect, the letter grades the evidence, and each rating lists the studies behind it.

Anti-aging SkinHair & SkinNo effectFNo linked study
Skin textureHair & SkinNo effectFNo linked study
Skin InflammationHair & SkinNo effectFNo linked study
Hair GrowthHair & SkinNo effectFNo linked study
Every rating with its studiesGrouped by health goal, with the publications behind each rating

Sources

  1. FDA · Compounding safety information
  2. SuppCo · GHK-Cu nutrient profile

Further reading

Illustration of a magnifying glass over an open book.GuideCopper tripeptide-1 in skin care: what GHK-Cu may offerGHK-Cu is used in cosmetics for smoother, firmer-looking skin. Its mechanisms have been studied more extensively than the effects of finished products.Read the article Illustration of a magnifying glass over an open book.GuideGHK-Cu: what do we know about skin, hair and tissue repair?GHK-Cu is being studied for skin, hair and tissue repair. What cell and animal studies show, what topical-use data exist, and why the benefits and safety of human injections remain unestablished.Read the article