Peptides are naturally occurring amino acids that can help produce collagen and elastin, two types of connective tissues responsible for smooth and firm skin. Peptides are known as glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (GHK), which can easily bind with copper enzymes. Since the symbol for copper on the periodic table of elements is Cu, this combination is called GHK-Cu.
The anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties of Copper Peptides help to soothe inflamed skin and fight off acne-causing bacteria, reducing breakouts and improving skin clarity. Their healing power can assist with wound care, helping the skin's repair process. Their anti-inflammatory properties can reduce scarring and facilitate the healing of cuts, burns, and other skin injuries. (In all these cases, of course, professional health guidance must be sought)
Copper peptides can help to stimulate the hair follicles, and help with working against hair thinning and loss. They provide the scalp with a nurturing environment that promotes healthy hair growth with anti-inflammatory effects and improve follicular health. This does not apply in all instances of hair loss, though can assist in many circumstances.
"A number of clinical studies confirmed GHK-Cu’s ability to improve appearance of aging skin. A facial cream containing GHK-Cu applied for 12 weeks to the facial skin of 71 women with mild to advanced signs of photoaging increased skin density and thickness, reduced laxity, improved clarity, reduced fine lines and the depth of wrinkles." (1)
"GHK is a safe, inexpensive, extensively studied compound that has a wealth of positive and health-promoting effects in many tissues and systems. It has been widely used in anti-aging and cosmetic products in humans for decades without any adverse effects, and can be easily incorporated in creams, liposomes, dermal patches or delivered through microneedles." (1)
Copper peptides can be incorporated into your daily skincare routine and the best time is at night when the skin's natural repair processes are most active. However, they can also be used during the day though in that case, be sure to use proper sunscreen to protect your skin.
We offer the Medik8 Copper PCA Peptides (formerly know as Medik8 "Firewall") which is a patented complex of copper PCA, Dimethylmethoxy Chromanol, Vitamin E and superoxide Dismutase provide broad spectrum antioxidant protection against a huge range of potentially damaging free radicals.
(1) Quotes taken from Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data by Loren Pickart and Anna Margolina Published as an open access article in the National Library of Medicine
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