>99% Purity
GHK-Cu
Copper tripeptide modulating 4,000+ genes — collagen synthesis +70% in research models
€40–€108 EUR
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AHK-Cu
Next-generation copper peptide for dermatology and hair biology research
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Temperature: 2–8°C
Conditions: Protect from light
Shelf Life: 24 months (sealed vial)
Research Profile
AHK-Cu (Ala-His-Lys Copper Complex) is a next-generation copper-binding tripeptide structurally distinct from GHK-Cu. Research interest centres on its hair follicle biology applications, where it has demonstrated potent stimulation of dermal papilla cells — the specialised fibroblasts that govern hair follicle cycling. AHK-Cu exhibits a high affinity for Cu²⁺ ions and is believed to stimulate angiogenesis around hair follicles, extend the anagen (growth) phase, and modulate matrix metalloproteinase activity relevant to scalp tissue remodelling. Its stability profile makes it a subject of interest in topical delivery research.
Key Research Findings
- Potent stimulation of dermal papilla cell proliferation in vitro
- High Cu²⁺ binding affinity for targeted copper delivery to follicular tissue
- Promotes angiogenesis around hair follicles in research models
- Modulates matrix metalloproteinases relevant to scalp tissue remodelling
Research into AHK-Cu has been largely conducted in vitro and in animal models, focusing on dermal papilla cell proliferation and hair follicle morphogenesis. Interest has grown following the established literature on GHK-Cu and the broader copper peptide class.