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AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-3)
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Body Map
Skin
Overview
Synthetic copper-binding tripeptide targeting dermal papilla cells and hair follicles. Stimulates hair follicle elongation, promotes cell proliferation, increases VEGF production, and inhibits TGF-β1. Supports skin regeneration through fibroblast activation and collagen synthesis.
Primary Uses
Hair follicle elongation
Dermal papilla cell proliferation
VEGF upregulation
Anti-DHT mechanism
Skin regeneration
Fibroblast stimulation
Anti-apoptotic effects
Extracellular matrix support
Protocol Reference
Dose
0.5-1% topical solution/serum
Frequency
Once or twice daily application
Half-life
Not established
Route
topical
Evidence
Well Studied
Research Models
Human
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