Cosmetic Peptides
Our cosmetic peptides are the compounds most used in skin and hair research: the copper peptides GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu, SNAP-8, Melanotan 2, the GLOW blend and the Smooth lotion. Formats include vials, capsules, a spray and a topical lotion.
Looking for something else? Browse all research peptides, or see our peptide nasal sprays, peptide capsules and peptide bundles.
What are cosmetic peptides?
Cosmetic peptides are studied for their effects on skin, hair and pigment. GHK-Cu is the classic, a copper complex found naturally in human plasma and researched since 1973 for collagen and wound models. AHK-Cu is its cousin, studied mostly for hair follicles.
SNAP-8 is a longer version of Argireline, the peptide that made this field popular in skincare, and it’s studied for expression lines. Melanotan 2 acts on the melanocortin receptor that controls pigment. The GLOW blend and Smooth lotion combine several of these in one product.
For the published research behind this range, start with this PubMed search.
Cosmetic peptides in our range
- GHK-Cu 100mg: copper tripeptide complex, $39.99
- SNAP-8 10mg: acetyl octapeptide, $34.99
- Melanotan 2 10mg: cyclic alpha-MSH analogue, $44.99
- AHK-Cu 100mg: copper tripeptide complex, $49.99
- GLOW Peptide Blend 70mg: 50mg/10mg/10mg in one vial, $89.99
- MT-2 Nasal Spray: 10mg in a 10ml nasal spray, $59.99
- GHK-Cu Capsules: 2.5mg per capsule, 60 capsules, $79.99
- Smooth Peptide Lotion: 50ml research lotion, $169.99
How to choose cosmetic peptides
For skin and collagen research, GHK-Cu is the obvious starting point, as a vial, as capsules or inside the GLOW blend. For hair follicle work, choose AHK-Cu. For topical application, the Smooth lotion combines GHK-Cu, SNAP-8 and KPV.
Pigment research uses Melanotan 2, available as a vial and as a nasal spray. The Calabasas bundle groups the main skin and copper peptides at about 15% off.
Formats and prices at a glance
This range has 8 products: four lyophilized vials, one blend, one nasal spray, one capsule bottle and one lotion. Prices run from $34.99 to $169.99. Every product page lists the exact amount, the format and the SKU, so you can compare like for like before you order.
Quality, testing and storage
Most of our vials carry a QR code on the label that opens the certificate of analysis for that exact batch. Check the lot number on the COA against the vial before you open it, and keep a copy with your notes.
Store lyophilized vials in the fridge, or the freezer for long periods, and let them reach room temperature before opening. Sprays go in the fridge once opened. Capsules and lotions keep on a cool, dry shelf.
Copper peptides explained
GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu both bind a copper ion tightly. The peptide acts as a carrier, delivering copper to cells in a form they can use, and the copper is what gives the powder its blue color. Copper peptides are among the most studied compounds in skin research. AHK-Cu was developed from the same idea, with one amino acid changed, and it shifts the focus from skin to hair follicles. Both are sold here as 100mg vials.
Cosmetic peptides FAQ
What’s the difference between GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu?
One amino acid. GHK-Cu is mostly studied for skin, AHK-Cu for hair follicles.
Do you sell topical cosmetic peptides?
Yes. The Smooth lotion contains GHK-Cu, SNAP-8 and KPV.
Why is GHK-Cu powder blue?
Because of the copper. It’s normal.
Are cosmetic peptides for human use?
No. They’re sold for laboratory research only.
Buy cosmetic peptides from LA Peptides
Pick a product from the list above, add it to your cart and check out in a couple of minutes. Don’t forget BAC water if you’re ordering lyophilized vials. For multi-compound work, our peptide bundles save about 15%.
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not evaluated by the FDA.
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