The appropriate approach depends on several factors, including: The specific formulation Concentration of each peptide Intended purpose Individual medical history Clinical supervision Anyone considering peptide therapy should consult a qualified healthcare/nutrition professional who is knowledgeable about peptide-based treatments, particularly if they have underlying medical conditions, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or take prescription medications
BPC-157 also has complementary effects on growth factor expression, including VEGF (vascular endothelial growth factor) and bFGF (basic fibroblast growth factor)
However, it is always best to take doctors advice
Important formulation note: When using topical GHK-Cu products, avoid combining them in the same application session with strong vitamin C, retinol, or alpha hydroxy acids these can interact with copper peptides and reduce their effectiveness or cause irritation
(PubMed) Macready AL, Butler LT, Kennedy OB, Ellis JA, Williams CM, Spencer JP
The mechanism involves the modulation of the Wnt/beta-catenin pathway and growth factors (VEGF, bFGF) in the follicular microenvironment