{"product_id":"ahkcu-100","title":"AHKCU 100","description":"\u003cp\u003eTopical use only. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAHK-Cu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (also known as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper Tripeptide-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) is a synthetic copper-binding peptide composed of three amino acids: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlanine, Histidine, and Lysine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e bound to a copper ion (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCu^{2+}\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile closely related to the well-known \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGHK-Cu\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (Copper Tripeptide-1), AHK-Cu is specifically engineered and studied for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehair follicle stimulation, scalp health, and hair restoration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow AHK-Cu Works\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe primary mechanism of action relies on the combination of the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAHK peptide sequence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (which acts as a biological messenger) and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecopper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e (an essential trace element for tissue structure and enzymatic reactions):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStimulates Dermal Papilla Cells:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dermal papilla cells located at the base of the hair follicle regulate the hair growth cycle. AHK-Cu promotes the proliferation and survival of these key cells.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtends the Anagen (Growth) Phase:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It helps prolong the active growth phase of the hair cycle while delaying transition into the shedding phase.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e3. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEncourages Microcirculation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It supports vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) activity, increasing blood flow, oxygen, and nutrient supply to dormant or weakening hair follicles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProtects Against Follicle Miniaturization:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Helps mitigate localized damage caused by inflammation and dihydrotestosterone (DHT).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupports Scalp ECM \u0026amp; Collagen:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Boosts collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycans (like hyaluronic acid) in the scalp, strengthening the skin barrier and follicle anchor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003edefinitely not made for human consumption only a topical treatment on top of the skin. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PEPPERS EDMONTON 🇨🇦","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48092241166388,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0774\/1711\/9796\/files\/35C6E173-1A87-4090-A5F3-3382195BAE12.jpg?v=1785632560","url":"https:\/\/peppersedmonton.ca\/products\/ahkcu-100","provider":"PEPPERS EDMONTON 🇨🇦","version":"1.0","type":"link"}