Buy AHK-Cu Peptide – Premium Copper Peptide for Hair & Skin Research

AHK-Cu Peptide (Alanine-Histidine-Lysine-Cu) – Hair Growth Research Peptide

AHK-Cu (Alanine-Histidine-Lysine-Cu), also known as Copper Tripeptide-3, is a synthetic peptide complex consisting of the amino acids alanine, histidine, and lysine bound to a copper ion . It is a structural analog of the well-known GHK-Cu peptide, designed for specialized research into hair follicle growth and dermal cell proliferation . AHK-Cu is a bioactive peptide reported to promote hair growth and is widely utilized in cosmetic and dermatological research applications . This research-grade copper peptide is strictly for laboratory investigation and is not intended for human consumption.

Key Factual Details

Mechanism of Action & Research Applications

Hair Growth Stimulation: AHK-Cu has demonstrated significant hair growth-promoting effects in research studies . It functions as a growth factor that increases dermal fibroblast proliferation and elevates vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) production while decreasing transforming growth factor-β1 (TGF-β1) secretion .

Dermal Papilla Cell Proliferation: Research shows that AHK-Cu at concentrations of 10⁻¹² to 10⁻⁹ M stimulates the elongation of human hair follicles ex vivo and promotes the proliferation of dermal papilla cells (DPCs) in vitro .

Anti-Apoptotic Effects: The peptide increases the Bcl-2/Bax ratio and reduces cleaved caspase-3 and PARP levels in treated cells, suggesting it prevents apoptosis in dermal papilla cells .

Collagen Synthesis: AHK-Cu stimulates collagen type I production in human dermal fibroblasts, with studies showing up to 300% increase over control groups .

Research Applications:

• Hair Growth Research: Investigating follicle elongation and hair cycle regulation

• Dermatological Studies: Exploring wound healing, skin regeneration, and collagen synthesis

• Anti-Aging Research: Examining extracellular matrix remodeling and skin elasticity

• Cellular Proliferation Studies: Investigating fibroblast and dermal papilla cell growth pathways

Research Parameters

All dosages are for in-vitro research use only and are not intended for human consumption.

In Vitro Research Concentrations :

• Hair follicle elongation: 10⁻¹² to 10⁻⁹ M 

• DPC proliferation studies: 10⁻¹³ to 10⁻⁷ M 

Topical Research Formulations :

• Concentration range: 0.1% – 0.5% (w/w) in formulations 

• Vehicle: Sterile water, propylene glycol, ethanol 

Storage:

• Store lyophilized powder at -20°C

• Protect from light and moisture

Order AHK-Cu Today – Request a quote for your hair growth or dermatological research project. Available in various pack sizes with Certificate of Analysis. Contact our sales team for bulk pricing and custom synthesis inquiries.