Other researchers delving into this trial also noticed that the peptide may have interacted with VEGF and Transforming Growth Factor Beta 1 (TGF-1)
AHK-Cu Peptide and Alopecia Research The study examined the potential of two formulations containing growth factors and peptides such as vascular endothelial growth factor, basic fibroblast growth factor, insulin-like growth factor-1, keratinocyte growth factor, and copper tripeptide 1 and related peptides such as AHK-Cu, suspended in a sterile vehicle
A finished GHK-Cu skincare product or dietary supplement should not feel like a vague "research peptide" listing
This peptide has been suggested to exhibit its potential primarily on fibroblasts, responsible for maintaining and growing the extracellular matrix (ECM) components surrounding the cells
Moreover, the authors suggested that the presence of AHK-Cu may have reduced the number of apoptotic dermal papilla cells
You may want to consult with a dermatologist before use if you have specific scalp concerns, too