Skin & Hair
Compounds studied for skin rejuvenation, collagen, and hair health
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Compounds Studied for Skin & Hair
GHK-Cu
Copper Peptide GHK-Cu
A copper peptide your skin naturally produces. It plays a role in collagen production, wound healing, and skin elasticity. Your body makes less of it as you age.
Matrixyl
Matrixyl (Palmitoyl Pentapeptide-4 / Pal-KTTKS)
The most extensively studied cosmetic peptide in dermatology research. A collagen-stimulating peptide that tells your skin cells to produce more collagen and elastin from within, not just filling in wrinkles from the outside.
Argireline
Argireline (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3 / Acetyl Hexapeptide-8)
The second most studied cosmetic peptide, often called "topical Botox" because it targets the same SNARE protein complex that botulinum toxin acts on, partially reducing muscle contractions that cause expression lines.
Glutathione
Glutathione
Often referred to as the body’s "master antioxidant." It is a naturally occurring peptide produced by the liver that neutralizes free radicals, detoxifies the body, and supports immune function and skin health.
Melanotan II
Melanotan II (MT-2)
A synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. It strongly stimulates melanin production, causing deep skin tanning and darkening with minimal UV exposure. Also known for suppressing appetite and powerfully increasing libido.
KPV
Lysine-Proline-Valine (KPV)
A naturally occurring tripeptide that possesses powerful anti-inflammatory properties. It is often used for inflammatory gut conditions (like IBS/IBD) and autoimmune skin issues.