GHK-CU ACETATE Topical Foam Compounded

You may buy GHK-CU Acetate from CareFirst Specialty Pharmacy with a valid prescription from your prescriber.

The human peptide GHK (glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine), a naturally occurring tri-peptide found in human plasma and released from tissues during injury, has gained recognition since its discovery in 1973. Renowned for its protective and regenerative properties, GHK-Cu is a common ingredient in skin and hair care products. It is incorporated into many consumer products and also can be used in compounding for skin and hair compounded medication options with a patient prescription.

GHK (glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine) peptide, has also demonstrated various beneficial biological effects, and has positive impact on health. It promotes blood vessel and nerve growth, enhances collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan synthesis, and supports dermal fibroblast function. Its ability to aid tissue repair extends to various body areas such as skin, lung connective tissue, bone, liver, and stomach lining. Moreover, GHK exhibits potent cell-protective actions, including anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory effects, lung protection, and restoration of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) fibroblasts. It also shows promise in combating aging-related ailments by suppressing molecules like NFκB, and has noteworthy anti-anxiety, anti-pain, and anti-aggression properties. GHK facilitates DNA repair and activates cellular cleansing via the proteasome system. Recent genetic insights shed light on the diverse protective and healing mechanisms orchestrated by GHK through multiple biochemical pathways.(1)

With a safety profile, GHK is a well-studied, cost-effective compound known for its positive effects on various tissues and systems. Its decades-long use in human anti-aging and cosmetic products due to its safety and efficacy. GHK can be easily incorporated into formulations such as creams, liposomes, dermal patches, or administered via microneedles.  Compounding with  GHK (glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine) peptide has become increasing popular as prescribers are looking to incorporated the possible benefits of compounding with  GHK (glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine) peptide with prescription skin and hair therapy.  

(1) Pickart L. The human tri-peptide GHK and tissue remodeling. J. Biomater. Sci. Polym. Ed. 2008;19:969–988. doi: 10.1163/156856208784909435.