Based on clinical research and user observations across forums and editorial reviews, the most commonly documented changes include: Smoother skin texture and improved hydration Brighter, more even skin tone Reduced redness in sensitive or rosacea-prone skin Softer fine lines around the eyes and mouth Faded hyperpigmentation, melasma, and acne marks Improved skin firmness and density Smaller-looking pores Reduced hair shedding and new baby hairs Healthier-looking scalp Faster recovery after microneedling and chemical peels The research-backed numbers are even more striking
The first generation of copper peptides is found to compliment sensitive and dry skin
Pickart and Margolinas 2018 review in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences reported that GHK-Cu has been shown to modulate the expression of approximately 4,000 human genes, many of which are associated with tissue repair
The Finkley 2005 study on 67 women aged 50 to 59 reported improvements in laxity, clarity, firmness, fine lines, wrinkles, and pigmentation across the face after 12 weeks
According to a recent study (2018), GHK-Cu (the first generation of copper peptides) "has multiple biological actions, all of which appear to be health positive