Advances in clinical chemistry , 87 , 141159
Research indicates that the peptide facilitates the uptake of copper into cellsa trace element vital for the enzymatic function of lysyl oxidase (required for collagen cross-linking)
However, the optimum method for sample preparation differs from sample to sample, so please review the references
Relative gene expression was calculated after normalization to a house-keeping gene (mouse or human 18S rRNA)
It ramps up collagen and elastin productionthe two proteins responsible for keeping your skin firm and youthful
Conclusion: Where GHK-Cu Fits in a Smart Hair Loss Strategy GHK-Cu is a legitimate, well-tolerated peptide with a real (if modest) evidence base for supporting hair growth through tissue repair, angiogenesis, and anti-inflammatory mechanisms