HOW MUCH YOU’LL NEED

SUGGESTED ORDER AMOUNT

At a standard dose of 2mg per day, one 100mg vial lasts approximately 50 days. A common approach is 2 vials per person for a approximately 100 days of supply, with 3-5 vials covering a full 6-month transformation cycle.

Dosage (Male)

1–2 mg per day

Dosage (Female)

1–2 mg per day

Dosage Frequency

Once daily

Dosage Type

Subcutaneous Injection

MIXING & Usage Guidelines

01

Draw 3.0 mL of Bacteriostatic Water USP from the vial.

02

Carefully inject the Bacteriostatic Water into the AHK-Cu vial, aiming the stream along the side of the vial and avoiding direct contact with the lyophilized powder.

03

Gently swirl the vial until the powder is fully dissolved and the solution becomes clear. Do not shake the vial vigorously.

04

Once mixed, the concentration will be 33.33/ml. Under this dilution, every 10 units on a standard insulin syringe provides exactly 3.33mg of AHK-cu.

05

The prepared solution can be administered subcutaneously (SubQ) in the lower abdominal fat area.

06

Once reconstituted with Bacteriostatic Water, store the vial in the refrigerator and use the mixed solution within 60 days to ensure potency and effectiveness.

WHEN TO TAKE it

AHK-Cu is generally used with a once-daily administration schedule. Some protocols favor evening use, based on the idea that it aligns with the body’s natural overnight collagen production and tissue-renewal cycles. That said, exact timing is flexible and can be adjusted to fit individual routines.

RECOMMENDED SCHEDULE

Low Dose (1mg – 3 units): Ideal for long-term anti-aging maintenance and baseline skin health
Standard Dose (2mg — 16 units): The sweet spot for collagen support, hair growth stimulation, and daily vitality
High Dose (4mg — 12 units): For focused tissue repair and intensive cellular rejuvenation
Loading Phase (Months 1–2): During this time, the peptide is resetting gene expression and increasing blood flow. You may see improved scalp health, but visible hair growth is minimal.
Transformation Phase (Months 3–6): This is where the results become “undeniable.” By month 6, the enlarged follicles have had time to produce noticeably thicker hair shafts
After a 6-month cycle, take a 4–6 week break to allow the body to rebalance mineral levels before beginning a maintenance cycle.

Consult With a Healthcare Provider

Before considering the use of peptides, it’s important to speak with a licensed medical professional. They can assess your overall health, explain the potential benefits and risks, and provide tailored advice that fits your personal goals and medical history.

Choose Reputable, Quality Sources

To minimize the risk of contaminated or counterfeit products, source peptides from reputable vendors like Pacific Peptides. Choose trusted suppliers with strict quality standards and a proven track record in the fitness or medical community. You can also check out reviews from our trusted customers to make an informed decision.

Begin
Conservatively

When starting peptides, begin with the lowest dose that may offer results. Increase gradually only if necessary, paying close attention to how your body responds and watching for any unwanted effects along the way.

PRIORITISE RECOVERY & MONITORING

Peptide protocols should be supported by proper recovery and regular self monitoring. Prioritizing sleep, nutrition, hydration, and stress management helps maximize results while reducing the risk of unwanted effects. Allowing adequate time between cycles supports long term metabolic health and overall well being.

Dosage (Male)

1–2 mg per day

Dosage (Female)

1–2 mg per day

Dosage Frequency

Once daily

Dosage Type

Subcutaneous Injection

Active Half-Life

N/A

Chemical Name

L-Alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper(II) complex

Stack With...

N/A

Post-Cycle Therapy

No PCT required

Dermal Papilla Cell Research

AHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide studied for its interaction with dermal papilla cells, the specialized fibroblasts that regulate hair follicle growth. Laboratory research found that AHK-Cu stimulated the proliferation of dermal papilla cells in vitro at very low concentrations. This has made it a compound of interest in trichology research focused on follicle-level cellular activity.

Hair Follicle Elongation Studies

In the same ex vivo research, AHK-Cu stimulated the elongation of human hair follicles kept alive in laboratory culture. AHK-Cu is also described in the literature as potentially prolonging the hair growth (anagen) phase while minimizing follicle damage, distinguishing it from broader-acting copper peptides in ongoing hair-biology research.

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Cell Survival and Apoptosis Research

Foundational research on AHK-Cu found that treated dermal papilla cells showed a higher Bcl-2/Bax survival ratio along with reductions in death-related markers caspase-3 and PARP, indicating the peptide may influence cell survival signaling. The reduction in apoptotic cells observed was not statistically significant, so this remains an area of ongoing investigation rather than an established effect.

Versus Other Copper Peptides

Unlike GHK-Cu, which is studied mainly for wound healing and general tissue repair, AHK-Cu shows more selective activity in hair follicle biology, specifically targeting dermal papilla cells and the follicle growth phase. Research so far is limited to laboratory and ex vivo models — the evidence supports continued study but highlights the need for additional human clinical trials