Description

What It Is

GHK-Cu is a copper-bound tripeptide (Gly-His-Lys + Cu²⁺) naturally present in human plasma, saliva, and urine. Discovered in 1973 by Dr. Loren Pickart, this molecule sits at the center of decades of collagen, hair, and wound-healing research. Your body recognizes it as a native signal — because it literally is one.

The Decline

Plasma GHK levels drop with age. By 40, you are down to ~60% of baseline. By 60, roughly one-third remains. Supplementing may help restore youthful signaling patterns.

Key Research Areas

• Skin + Collagen: Studies report GHK-Cu stimulates collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan synthesis in dermal cells.
• Wound Healing: Research indicates accelerated tissue repair via copper delivery and growth factor signaling.
• Hair Follicles: Literature suggests it promotes follicle size, hair growth markers, and improved dermal blood flow.
• Gene Expression: Studies report modulation of 4,000+ human genes toward more youthful expression patterns.

Research Administration

Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water prior to use. Subcutaneous injection is the standard route for systemic research applications — studying GHK-Cu’s gene expression modulation, wound-healing signaling, and plasma-level restoration effects.

Disclaimer

Research use only. Not medical advice. Educational content. This product is sold strictly for laboratory and research purposes. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult qualified professionals before any research protocol.