Skin & Aesthetic Peptides (8 Offers)

Peptides researched for skin rejuvenation, pigmentation, and connective tissue repair. This category includes GHK-Cu for collagen studies, Melanotan 2 for pigmentation research, and PT-141 for vascular response.

Peptides in Dermatological and Aesthetic Research

Skin and aesthetic peptides are utilized in laboratory research focused on dermatology, wound healing, and cosmetic science. This category encompasses compounds studied for their specific effects on collagen synthesis, melanogenesis (pigment production), and local vascular response, which are fundamental to skin health, appearance, and repair mechanisms.

Key research applications of peptides in this category include:

• Collagen Synthesis & Tissue Remodeling (e.g., GHK-Cu): The copper-binding tripeptide Gly-His-Lys is a primary subject in studies on skin aging and wound repair. Research investigates its ability to upregulate collagen and elastin production, modulate antioxidant enzymes, and promote the remodeling of the extracellular matrix in dermal models.
• Melanogenesis & Pigmentation Studies (e.g., Melanotan 2): This synthetic analog of α-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone) is a key research compound for studying the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) pathway. It is used to investigate mechanisms of skin pigmentation, photoprotection, and disorders of melanin production.
• Vascular & Sexual Response Research (e.g., PT-141, Bremelanotide): While its effects are systemic, PT-141 is studied for its mechanism as a selective melanocortin receptor agonist (MC3R/MC4R). This makes it relevant for research on vascular dilation and blood flow, which has implications for studying certain dermatological and physiological responses.

Researchers employ these peptides to model processes relevant to anti-aging skincare, hyperpigmentation disorders, scar healing, and vascular-related skin conditions. The category bridges molecular biology with applied dermatological science, offering tools to dissect the signaling pathways that govern skin structure and function.

All products are provided for non-human, in vitro research use only in a controlled laboratory setting.