What are copper peptides?

Copper peptides, specifically GHK copper peptide, are small, naturally occurring protein fragments with copper atoms. They have a variety of potential health benefits, especially in skin and hair care, as well as in the healing processes. Here are some insights about their applications and properties:

1. Skin and Hair Care: GHK copper peptide is commonly applied to the skin to improve skin health and used in hair products to promote hair growth. Its molecular size allows for effective transdermal absorption, making it suitable for topical use 1.

2. Healing Properties: It is also utilized for its anti-inflammatory properties and ability to enhance muscle and tissue healing. GHK copper peptide can be effective in wound healing and is used in some therapeutic practices for this purpose 2.

3. Phototherapy Activation: There is an interesting interaction with light, where GHK copper peptide can be activated by exposure to light, particularly beneficial when used transdermally together with therapies like infrared light for enhanced effects 1.

4. Historical Use in Medical Treatments: Historically, GHK copper peptide has been used in medical settings, such as to aid wound healing in hair transplant surgeries. This use dates back to the late 1990s, illustrating its longstanding application in medical and cosmetic fields 3.

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     GHK Copper Peptide & Phototherapy

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     Healing Peptides Uncovered

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     Peptides and Wound Healing

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These properties make copper peptides a versatile and highly regarded ingredient in both therapeutic and cosmetic products.