Capsule • 2mg • 1 count
$9.00
Form
Capsule
Strength
2mg
Quantity
1100
GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine–copper) is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide present in human plasma, saliva, and urine. Its levels decline with age, and it has been widely studied for roles in tissue repair, wound healing, and skin regeneration.
A 2 mg capsule typically refers to a compounded or nutraceutical oral formulation used in regenerative or anti-aging protocols. While most research focuses on topical or injectable forms, oral use is sometimes explored for systemic support, though bioavailability and absorption remain areas of ongoing study.
Mechanism of Action:
GHK-Cu acts as a gene modulator, influencing expression of hundreds of genes involved in:
Collagen and elastin synthesis (skin structure and firmness)
Angiogenesis (formation of new blood vessels)
Antioxidant defense and anti-inflammatory pathways
Wound healing and tissue remodeling
It also helps regulate copper transport and may support cellular repair processes by activating genes involved in tissue regeneration.
PubMed: The potential of GHK as an anti-aging peptide — overview of GHK-Cu’s role in tissue remodeling, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects. PubMed: The potential of GHK as an anti‑aging peptide (GHK‑Cu)
PubMed: Topically applied GHK as an anti-wrinkle peptide — review on GHK-Cu’s use in skin anti-aging products and its effects on collagen, angiogenesis, and wound healing. PubMed: Topically applied GHK as an anti‑wrinkle peptide
PubMed: The human tri-peptide GHK and tissue remodeling — classic review describing how GHK-Cu influences fibroblasts, collagen/elastin synthesis, and tissue repair. PubMed: The human tri‑peptide GHK and tissue remodeling
PubMed: Liposomes as carriers of GHK-Cu tripeptide for cosmetic application — details on delivery systems for GHK-Cu in skin care. PubMed: Liposomes as Carriers of GHK‑Cu Tripeptide
PMC: GHK-Cu attenuates Alzheimer’s disease features in mice — recent preclinical evidence of neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory effects in a disease model. PMC: GHK‑Cu effects in Alzheimer’s model (5xFAD mice)
PMC: Research progress on bioactive factors against skin aging — summarizes GHK-Cu’s role in collagen synthesis, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory actions relevant to skin aging. PMC: Bioactive factors including GHK‑Cu against skin aging
