Copper complexes of GHK and other peptides demonstrated skin penetration ability with measurable delivery of bioactive peptide-copper to skin layers — validating topical copper peptide formulations for anti-aging applications.
Key findingGHK-Cu and other peptide-copper complexes demonstrated measurable skin penetration and bioactive copper delivery to dermal layers, validating the bioa
What the researchers found
GHK-Cu and other peptide-copper complexes demonstrated measurable skin penetration and bioactive copper delivery to dermal layers, validating the bioavailability of topical copper peptide formulations for skin anti-aging and wound healing applications.
Why it matters
Relevant for ghk-cu, skin-repair, bioavailability.
How the study worked
in-vitro study.
What this study cannot tell us
See abstract.
How to read the evidence
preliminary evidence.
When this study was published
Published in 2008.
The bigger picture
Advances peptide research.
Questions still open
- Further research needed.
- Clinical translation to evaluate.
Common questions
What was studied?
What was found?
Read the original research
Biological activities of selected peptides: skin penetration ability of copper complexes with peptides.
Journal of cosmetic science, 59(1), 59-69
Citation
Mazurowska, Lena; Mojski, Miroslaw. (2008). Biological activities of selected peptides: skin penetration ability of copper complexes with peptides.. Journal of cosmetic science, 59(1), 59-69.