PeptideAnecdotalCosmetic
AHK-Cu
Cosmetic copper peptide (topical)
Typical dose
topical / 1–2 mg SubQ
topical (hair/skin) or SubQ
Half-life
moderate
What is AHK-Cu?
Copper tripeptide studied for hair growth and skin; often topical.
How AHK-Cu works
A copper-binding tripeptide (related to GHK-Cu) applied topically to support hair-follicle activity and stimulate growth-factor signaling in the scalp.
Benefits & uses
- Hair growth support (topically)
- Stimulates follicle activity / dermal papilla
- Copper delivery for tissue support
Common uses: Topical hair/scalp — hair growth and thickness.
AHK-Cu dosage
- Typical dose
- Typical: topical for hair/skin; or SubQ 1–2 mg for research.
AHK-Cu half-life
moderate
AHK-Cu side effects
- Well tolerated topically
- Rare scalp irritation
- Temporary blue-green tint (copper)
Warnings & monitoring
- Topical use. Avoid in pregnancy out of caution (copper peptides). Penetration limits efficacy.
Preparation & storage
- Preparation
- Topical for hair/skin. If injected: mix 50 mg with 5 mL bac water → 10 mg/mL.
- Reconstitution
- Topical for hair/skin. If injected: reconstitute a 50 mg vial with 5 mL BAC water → 10 mg/mL.
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