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Injectable vs topical GHK-Cu

Injectable (most powerful): Systemic effects throughout body 80-90% bioavailability Works on skin from inside out Dose: 1-3mg, 3-7x weekly Best for comprehensive anti-aging Topical (easiest): Applied to skin surface Lower absorption (1-2% concentration in seru

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  • Injectable (most powerful):
  • Systemic effects throughout body
  • 80-90% bioavailability
  • Works on skin from inside out
  • Dose: 1-3mg, 3-7x weekly
  • Best for comprehensive anti-aging
  • Topical (easiest):
  • Applied to skin surface
  • Lower absorption (1-2% concentration in serum)
  • Works locally on skin
  • Daily application
  • Best for focused skin improvement
  • Can combine with injectable
  • Which to choose:
  • Injectable: Serious anti-aging, whole-body benefits
  • Topical: Easier, good for skin-only goals
  • Both: Maximum results
  • See our copper peptides GHK-Cu guide, glow peptides guide, glow peptides, and injectable vs oral peptides.