The study then shifted its focus to the potential action of AHK-Cu on hair growth and on cultured dermal papilla cells
And when combined with acetyl hexapeptide-8 as in Argirelox it can be used to extend the anti-wrinkle effects of Botox injections.32 Syn-Ake In a recent 2024 study examining in silico and in vitro tests, Syn-Ake displayed antioxidant capabilities, meaning it could help scavenge free radicals and prevent them from damaging or aging skin.33 Additionally, a 2024 review explained that the peptide may prevent the uptake of sodium ions in muscles, keeping them relaxed and reducing the risk of developing wrinkles

doi: 10.3389/fphar.2021.718147 Received 09 June 2021 Accepted 17 November 2021 Published 13 December 2021 Volume 12 - 2021 Edited by Fan Jiang, Shandong University, China Reviewed by Dechang Chen, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, China Ying Li, Xian Jiaotong University, China Updates Copyright 2021 Tepes, Gojkovic, Krezic, Zizek, Vranes, Madzar, Santak, Batelja, Milavic, Sikiric, Kocman, Simonji, Samara, Knezevic, Barisic, Lovric, Strbe, Kokot, Sjekavica, Kolak, Skrtic, Seiwerth, Boban Blagaic and Sikiric
Collagen peptides taken orally support connective tissue repair without the angiogenic concerns associated with injectable regenerative peptides
When it binds to copper ions, it forms the GHK-Cu complex, which plays a role in wound healing, collagen synthesis, and skin repair