✨ Skin & Hair Peptides
Copper peptides and growth factors for collagen production, wrinkle reduction, and hair regrowth.
4 peptides in our database tagged for skin & hair.
GHK-Cu
B+A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide that modulates 4,000+ human genes. The most studied peptide for skin rejuvenation with both preclinical and clinical topical evidence.
Dose: 1–2 mg daily SC or topical (5 days on / 2 off)
KPV
C+The C-terminal tripeptide of α-MSH with documented anti-inflammatory activity in IBD and dermatitis preclinical models. Frequently delivered orally and topically.
Dose: 200–500 mcg orally or topical (research only)
Melanotan II
C+A non-selective melanocortin agonist (MC1R/MC3R/MC4R) that produces tanning and erection effects. Significant safety concerns including melanoma case reports.
Dose: 0.25–1 mg daily during loading, then maintenance (subcutaneous)
Afamelanotide
AAn FDA-approved selective MC1R agonist used to increase eumelanin density in erythropoietic protoporphyria patients. Off-label cosmetic tanning use is widespread internationally.
Dose: 16 mg subcutaneous implant every 2 months (clinical use)