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GHK-Cu
Also known as: Copper tripeptide-1 (Gly-His-Lys:Cu)
Naturally occurring copper peptide with documented roles in collagen/elastin synthesis and antioxidant/anti-inflammatory gene modulation; studied for reducing markers of skin and tissue aging.
Research use only. Nothing here is medical advice; this compound is not approved for human consumption outside prescription use.
GHK-Cu at a glance
MechanismCopper tripeptide
Evidence tierLab & animal models
Regulatory statusCosmetic ingredient (not a drug)
Indexed studies22
Approx. half-lifeNot established
Studied routeTopical (cosmetic studies)
Vial sizes on file50–100 mg
Tracked vendors3 (2 verified)
Where to buy GHK-Cu
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Research areas
Collagen synthesisWound healingSkin ageing
Commonly researched alongside
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