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Hair loss is one of the most visible signs of aging — and one of the most emotionally significant. GHK-Cu (copper peptide) is a naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma, where levels decline with age.1 Available in a convenient foam or dropper formulation, GHK-Cu is applied to the scalp; laboratory and animal studies suggest copper peptides can stimulate hair follicles, though regrowth in people has not yet been proven. However, anecdotally, positive patient outcomes are noted.23
GHK-Cu is a glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine peptide complexed with copper ions. In laboratory and animal studies, copper peptides have stimulated hair follicle cells and enlarged hair follicles; effects on the hair growth cycle in people have not yet been confirmed. Anecdotally, though, patients do report positive outcomes.23 Beyond hair, laboratory gene-expression data suggest GHK can raise or lower the activity of at least 4,000 human genes, including genes linked to tissue repair and antioxidant defense.14 Applied directly to the scalp, it delivers targeted action where it matters most.
Benefits
→ Stimulated hair follicle growth in lab and animal studies23
→ A GHK-based complex raised hair counts in one small trial5
→ Aims to reduce shedding (not yet proven in trials)
→ Promoted blood-vessel growth in lab and animal studies67
→ Increases collagen and elastin production in lab studies89
→ Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties in preclinical studies10
→ Convenient foam or dropper application — no injections
Who It's For
For men and women with thinning hair who want to discuss a topical option, or who want to proactively maintain hair health as part of a comprehensive longevity plan. Your provider will first look for treatable causes of hair loss.
Take the Next Step
Don’t wait until hair loss becomes significant. Talk to our YoungerMeTeam about incorporating GHK-Cu into your YoungerMeMD hair and skin renewal plan. ->Book your Discovery Call
GHK-Cu Hair Therapy in Conshohocken & Greater Philadelphia
The GHK-Cu hair foam is prescribed and monitored from our Conshohocken clinic, in Montgomery County just outside Philadelphia. Bloodwork is drawn locally and visits are available in person or by telehealth across Pennsylvania.
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GHK-Cu is a glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine peptide complexed with copper ions. It is a naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma, and its levels decline with age.1
How does GHK-Cu help with hair?
In laboratory and animal studies, copper peptides have stimulated hair follicle cells and enlarged follicles; whether scalp application improves density or thickness in people has not yet been established. However, anecdotally, positive patient outcomes are noted.23
How is it applied?
It is available in a convenient foam or dropper formulation applied topically to the scalp, delivering targeted action without injections.
Who is GHK-Cu hair therapy for?
It may be considered for men and women with thinning hair after a provider evaluation, or for those wanting to proactively maintain hair health.
References
Pickart L, Vasquez-Soltero JM, Margolina A. GHK Peptide as a Natural Modulator of Multiple Cellular Pathways in Skin Regeneration. Biomed Res Int 2015. PMID 26236730 · PMC4508379 · doi:10.1155/2015/648108↩
Pyo HK, et al. The effect of tripeptide-copper complex on human hair growth in vitro. Arch Pharm Res 2007. PMID 17703734 · doi:10.1007/BF02978833↩
Wang X, et al. GHK-Cu-liposomes accelerate scald wound healing in mice by promoting cell proliferation and angiogenesis. Wound Repair Regen 2017. PMID 28370978 · doi:10.1111/wrr.12520↩
Maquart FX, et al. Stimulation of collagen synthesis in fibroblast cultures by the tripeptide-copper complex glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine-Cu2+. FEBS Lett 1988. PMID 3169264 · doi:10.1016/0014-5793(88)80509-x↩
Estimates nutrient-related markers from DNA methylation with an at-home finger-prick kit. Not a diagnostic test; flagged results are confirmed with standard blood work.