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GHK-Cu research overview
GHK-Cu is a small copper-binding peptide (glycyl-histidyl-lysine) that occurs naturally in human plasma and is widely used in cosmetic-science research.
- CLASS
- Copper-binding tripeptide
- FORM
- Lyophilized powder
- TESTING
- HPLC purity and mass-spec identity by an independent lab — COA published per batch
- STORAGE
- −20 °C, dry, protected from light
What it is
GHK-Cu is a small copper-binding peptide (glycyl-histidyl-lysine) that occurs naturally in human plasma and is widely used in cosmetic-science research.
What researchers have studied
GHK-Cu has been explored in collagen production, skin and wound-healing research. Published research includes:
- Collagen and elastin production in skin-cell (fibroblast) cultures
- Wound-healing models in animals
- Gene-expression studies related to tissue remodeling
Skin & Collagen research
Peptides explored in skin, collagen and wound-healing models, mostly in cell culture and cosmetic-science research.
This page summarizes published laboratory and animal (preclinical) research for educational purposes. It is not a claim of safety or effectiveness in humans. GHK-Cu from Nova Peptide Solutions will be sold strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. Not evaluated by the FDA. Not for human or animal consumption, and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
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