Peptides & GHK-Copper in Skin Health | Rahi Sarbaziha | Episode 301

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GHK-Copper and peptides in skin care, aging, and general health.

TOPICS DISCUSSED:

• Endogenous Decline: GHK-copper levels peak in young adulthood then fall with age, reducing natural support for skin repair and collagen maintenance.
• Skin Penetration: Effective topical delivery depends on molecular size under and fat solubility, often improved by procedures such as microneedling that briefly disrupt the barrier.
• Mechanisms of Action: The peptide upregulates fibroblasts and vascular endothelial growth factor, stimulates glycosaminoglycan production, and alters expression of genes involved in tissue regeneration and oxidative stress reduction.
• Lasting Remodeling: Gene expression changes produce sustained collagen rebuilding that develops over weeks to months rather than delivering only transient effects.
• Administration Routes: Topical use is accessible and pairs well with hyaluronic acid for hydration; injectables may reach higher local concentrations but lack extensive human trial data and FDA approval for this purpose.
• Safety & Protocols: The compound is generally well tolerated with mild transient injection-site reactions; typical approaches use daily microgram doses for one to two months followed by off periods.
• Hair & Other Uses: Clinical observations indicate potential for hair shaft strengthening comparable to minoxidil with a favorable side-effect profile, alongside exploratory work in wound healing and neurological contexts.
• Research Needs: Expanded human studies are required to standardize dosing, confirm long-term safety, and evaluate value in neurodegeneration, lung repair, and related areas.

ABOUT THE GUEST: Rahi Sarbaziha, MD is a physician in Beverly Hills, California whose practice focuses on regenerative aesthetics, hormone therapies, peptides, and interventions that support vitality, tissue repair, and overall wellness.

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