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Copper Peptide AHK-Cu

Also known as: AHK-Cu, Alanine-Histidine-Lysine Copper

Emerging ResearchHair & Skin

How It Works

Tripeptide-copper complex that stimulates hair follicle growth by increasing follicle size and prolonging anagen phase. Also promotes wound healing and collagen synthesis through copper-dependent enzyme activation.

What It's Used For

Hair growthHair loss preventionWound healingSkin rejuvenationScar reduction

Administration

Route: Topical, Subcutaneous injection (mesotherapy)

Typical Cycle: 3-6 months for hair results

Safety & Side Effects

Possible Side Effects

⚠Mild scalp irritation (topical)
⚠Injection site reactions

Contraindications

✘Wilson disease
✘Copper sensitivity
✘Pregnancy

Research Summary

Copper peptides have extensive evidence for wound healing and hair growth. AHK-Cu specifically shown to enlarge hair follicles and extend growth phase in vitro studies.

References

Pickart L et al. Int J Mol Sci. 2012
Pyo HK et al. J Invest Dermatol. 2007

Legal & Availability

Available as cosmetic ingredient / Compounding pharmacy

Dosing Protocol

Standard: 100-200mcg topical or injection

Frequency: Daily (topical) or 2-3x/week (injection)

Timing: Evening application

Notes: Can be used topically in serum or via mesotherapy injections

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Stacks Well With

GHK-Cu

Skin rejuvenation, Wound healing

BPC-157

Injury repair, Gut healing

Biotinoyl Tripeptide-1

Hair loss prevention, Hair strengthening

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This information is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Do not use any peptide without consulting a qualified healthcare provider. BioRoot AI is a clinical decision support tool — not a medical provider.