GHK
A small peptide formed by 3 amino acids:
G → Glicyl → comes from glycine (the simplest amino acid )
H → Histidyl → comes from histidine
K → Lysine → another essential amino acid
In other words, GHK = glycine-histidine-lysine joined together in a short chain
Cu
Cu = copper
It joins the peptide and is essential to activate cell regeneration
Without copper, GHK works, but much less.
GHK -Cu serves mainly as a regenerating tripeptide that helps the body in repair
and rejuvenation processes. Its most well-known uses are on skin, hair and fabric.
For the skin :
Stimulates collagen and elastin → helps the skin become firmer and more elastic
Reduce wrinkles and fine lines
Improved healing → helps repair bruises and marks
Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory action → protects against damage from free radicals
For the hair :
Stimulates hair follicles → can help with hair growth
Reduce inflammation of the scalp
It is not miraculous against genetic baldness, but it supports other treatments such as minoxidil
Why it works :
GHK -Cu acts as a copper transporter to the cells
Copper is essential for enzymes that produce collagen, elastin and antioxidants
In some words: "takes the necessary minerals so that cells repair themselves better”