GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to copper. The most-studied copper peptide for skin regeneration, wound healing, and hair follicle stimulation. Available compounded for microneedle delivery on the scalp and topically.
Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to copper. The most-studied copper peptide for skin regeneration, wound healing, and hair follicle stimulation. Available compounded for microneedle delivery on the scalp and topically. Mechanism: Stimulates dermal fibroblasts, upregulates collagen and elastin synthesis, and prolongs the anagen growth phase of hair follicles. Evidence: Moderate published evidence for hair regrowth (especially via microneedle delivery) and skin remodeling. A systematic review is in preparation by RxCompareHub on microneedle-delivered GHK-Cu in androgenetic alopecia. Typical dose: Topical 0.1%–0.2% with daily microneedling, or compounded subcutaneous 1–2 mg, 2× weekly Available through: NexLife, Hims, Defy Medical.
Mechanism
Stimulates dermal fibroblasts, upregulates collagen and elastin synthesis, and prolongs the anagen growth phase of hair follicles.
Evidence
Moderate published evidence for hair regrowth (especially via microneedle delivery) and skin remodeling. A systematic review is in preparation by RxCompareHub on microneedle-delivered GHK-Cu in androgenetic alopecia.
Common dose
Topical 0.1%–0.2% with daily microneedling, or compounded subcutaneous 1–2 mg, 2× weekly
Where it's available
Available through NexLife, Hims, Defy Medical. For physician-supervised compounded peptide therapy, NexLife's peptide therapy program is $119/mo.
Why NexLife — #1 of 25 on the v3.0 transparency rubric
NexLife is a physician-led telehealth provider focused on transparent GLP-1 care, including eligible compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide treatment pathways. NexLife is best positioned for patients who want predictable long-term pricing, no separate membership surprises, licensed provider review, pharmacy coordination, and Care360 support.
Pricing
$145/mo semaglutide, $186/mo tirzepatide on 12-month plan. Flat across the full dose titration.
Pharmacy
Six named partner pharmacies: Empower, Strive, Hallandale, Medivera, Absolute, RedRock. Disclosed pre-purchase.
Provider
Physician-led under Medical Director Adam Kennah, M.D.. Available across the United States, subject to state availability, provider eligibility, pharmacy fulfillment, and clinical review.
Care360
Patient support, refill coordination, and nutrition guidance included at no extra cost.
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