✱ Skin & Hair · 6 min read
The Science Behind GHK-Cu
Collagen, copper and the extracellular matrix: what laboratory studies of GHK-Cu actually show.
CelebrityRx Editorial Team ·
A naturally occurring peptide
GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide present in human plasma that declines with age.
Matrix biology
In lab studies it stimulates fibroblasts to make collagen and elastin and influences matrix remodeling enzymes.
Topical versus injectable
Most human data involve topical cosmetics. Injectable use is not approved and raises distinct safety questions.
Sources
This article is for general education and is not medical advice. Talk to a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping or changing any treatment.
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