AHK-Cu – (682809-81-0)

Copper peptide GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper complex of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. It has a strong affinity for copper(II) and was first isolated from human plasma.

GHK-Cu is also found in saliva and urine. In human plasma, GHK-Cu levels decrease with age, from about 200 ng/ml at age 20 to 80 ng/ml by age 60.

GHK-Cu is known to promote wound healing, attract immune cells, and exhibit antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects. It stimulates collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis in skin fibroblasts and promotes blood vessel growth.

Recent studies show that GHK-Cu can modulate gene expression, reversing it to a healthier state. Synthetic GHK-Cu is used in cosmetics for its reparative and anti-aging properties. It was first isolated by Loren Pickart in 1973 and has since been studied for its role in tissue remodeling and regenerative effects.

GHK-Cu is widely used in anti-aging cosmetics and has been shown to improve skin firmness and reduce wrinkles. It also plays a role in copper binding and cellular signaling, making it vital for various biological processes.

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Sources:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Copper_peptide_GHK-Cu
https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/168431292
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17703734/