Peptide Lexicon

GHK-Cu

GHK-Cu in the T&T Supplies peptide lexicon: research reference with mechanism, reported effects, limitations and literature data. Evidence grade B-.

Mechanism

Activates fibroblasts → collagen I/III/elastin synthesis. VEGF-driven angiogenesis. Inhibits TGF-β1 (anti-fibrotic). Antioxidant enzyme upregulation.

Reported effects

PIE/acne scar remodeling. Skin density improvement. Wound/post-surgery healing. Tendon collagen support. Anti-inflammatory.

Limitations

Systemic human RCT data limited. Competing with zinc — pause zinc during use. Monitor copper levels with chronic use.

Literature data

Dosage (literature)

2mg subcut EOD/ED

Timing

Evening after training. Separate site from MT-1

Cycling

4-week cycles. Zinc paused. After cycle reintroduce zinc

GHK-Cu in the shop

Information for research purposes only.