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AHK-Cu
copper tripeptide-3, Ala-His-Lys-CuSkin/HairEvidence grade
CMixed/unclear regulatory status
Cardiovascular · 0–5 · separate axis
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PurposeSkin / Hair
MechanismCopper-binding tripeptide studied for hair-follicle elongation and dermal papilla cell proliferation.
EffectsStimulated elongation of human hair follicles ex vivo and proliferation of dermal papilla cells in vitro.
DosingNo human dose established.
Bottom lineReal ex vivo follicle data, no clinical trial behind it.
Batches on filenone
No tested batches on file.
Read with
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Cautions & interactions
Scalp and skin irritation. Human efficacy data is limited; the follicle findings are ex vivo, not from a clinical trial.
No systematic interaction data. Copper peptides are conventionally kept apart from direct-acid and high-strength vitamin C formulations in topical routines.
CV 1 of 5 — Topical cosmetic use; no systemic cardiovascular exposure or data.