A brief introduction of copper peptides
Copper peptide (tripeptide - copper) : is the ancestor of peptides, peptides are actually small molecules of protein, is composed of amino acids, these small molecules of protein more easily absorbed by the skin. Peptides are composed of some amino acids with a specific sequence through the amide bond arranged and connected, 2 amino acids are called dipeptides, 3 amino acids are called tripeptides, and so on. Even exactly the same amino acids, if arranged in different ways, will form a completely different structure of peptides. Tripeptide - copper, copper is a trace element needed to maintain body function (2 mg per day), many functions and complex, is a variety of cell enzymes required elements. Because Cu ions are required by many important enzymes in the human body and skin, these enzymes play a role in connective tissue formation, antioxidant defense, and cellular respiration. Cu ions also play a signaling function and can affect cell behavior and metabolism. In terms of the function of skin tissue, it has the function of anti-oxidation, promoting collagen hyperplasia, and assisting wound healing.
The efficacy of copper peptides
Copper peptides have been linked to multiple skin benefits, from reducing fine lines and wrinkles to promoting wound healing, all of which have given it a reputation as an anti-aging ingredient in skin care products.
1. Reduce wrinkles
As we age, collagen and elastin levels naturally decline, which weakens tissue structure and ultimately leads to wrinkles, sagging and fine lines. Therefore, copper peptides are very popular as anti-aging ingredients because copper can help trigger the production of collagen and elastin.
2. Improve appearance
In addition to improving fine lines and wrinkles, copper peptides also support the regeneration of skin cells. Your skin cells are constantly being renewed, but as you age, excessive breakdown of skin cells and slower regeneration of new cells can have a negative impact on skin health and appearance.
Since copper peptides can help support skin cell regeneration, they can also help improve the skin's overall softness, clarity, and overall appearance. Copper peptides can also promote wound healing and help reduce acne scars and other pigmentation problems.
3. Even out your skin tone
The skin is constantly being harmed by external factors, such as ultraviolet radiation from the sun and environmental pollution. Copper is an antioxidant, which means it can help fight this oxidative damage and help protect your skin. Copper peptides protect skin cells from the damage of ultraviolet radiation and can also correct some damaging effects, such as hyperpigmentation and sunspots.
4. Promote smoothness and softness
There is also evidence that the use of copper peptides on aging skin improves skin hydration and makes the skin significantly smoother due to its collagen-producing ability.
5. Fight inflammation
Copper peptides have anti-inflammatory effects on the skin, which can provide better skin care for people suffering from various inflammatory skin conditions such as acne and redness.
6. The efficacy of copper peptides
Copper peptides may be known for their anti-aging benefits on the skin, but there's also evidence that they may help improve your hair care habits and even improve your overall health:
a. Hair growth.
Copper peptides have the same cell regeneration properties, which also means that it is often incorporated into hair care products! Copper peptides are thought to increase cell regeneration and improve blood flow, both of which can promote hair growth.
b. Thickness of hair.
Copper peptides are also thought to increase the size of hair follicles, thereby helping hair grow thicker.
The application of copper peptides
1. In the form of skin care products
CHK-Cu has multiple roles, both as a messenger and as a carrier of transport. Secondly, it has the advantages of mild, non-irritating and safe, so it has a high application value in external skin care products.
a. Anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effect: After copper peptides enter the skin, they release signals to induce fibroblasts to become collagen and promote collagen production. At the same time, it carries copper ions into the interior of the cell, and when it encounters enzymes, it releases copper ions, which are very important components in many enzymatic reactions. Researchers have done a lot of research on the anti-aging and anti-wrinkle effect of copper peptide, and in vitro experiments have shown that its ability to stimulate the synthesis of collagen precursors is stronger than anti-aging ingredients such as retinoic acid and vitamin C. However, the wrinkling effect is not as fast as vitamin A, and it takes several months of continuous use to feel the effect. However, compared with vitamin A, the research data of copper peptides is relatively small, and many available data are from the inventor Picket, and there is a lack of independent third-party verification.
b. Promote healing, repair damaged skin, improve skin density and toughness
Copper peptide can promote the growth, division and differentiation of nerve cells and immune-related cells, effectively promote wound healing and hair growth, and repair damaged skin. The skin surface has minor trauma, damage, sensitive and fragile skin, using products containing copper peptide, has the repair effect.
c. Antioxidant
The antioxidant effects of blue copper peptides have been confirmed in vitro and animal experiments. It can block the formation of reactive oxygen species, remove various peroxides, protect keratinocytes from UV damage, and block free radical damage to the liver to protect the liver. The excellent antioxidant effect of blue copper peptides can lighten the skin tone, fine skin, and prevent skin aging.
d. Usage and dosage
Skin repair peptide-1 takes copper peptide powder as a product, which can be added in the final stage of cosmetic production, and the preparation temperature needs to be below 40℃, and the recommended concentration is 500ppm-2,000ppm.
2. In the form of pharmaceutical preparations or dietary supplements
GHK-Cu microspheres coated with hydroxypropyl cellulose were used as colon-targeted release drugs. The release of GHK-Cu is influenced by the degree of cross-linking as well as the drug load, with the microspheres releasing 50-80% of the drug within 4 hours. These studies suggest that GHK-Cu can be used as a dietary supplement.
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