Prescription required. If a provider decides treatment is not appropriate, you are not charged for treatment.
Product images are mockups for demonstration only. Your medication is prepared and dispensed by a licensed U.S. pharmacy, and its actual form, packaging and appearance may differ.
Rough or uneven textureSkin changes since menopauseA dull, tired lookSkin that feels drier than it used to
Glow, meet grown-up.
Provider-guided skin care for skin that changes.
What is GHK-Cu face cream?
GHK-Cu is a small peptide that binds copper and occurs naturally in the body. In a copper peptide cream, it is used as part of a daily skin care routine to support hydration and the look of skin texture. Lab research suggests a role in skin repair processes, but human studies of topical GHK-Cu are small, so expectations should be modest.
The sKIN GHK-Cu Face Cream is compounded by a licensed 503A pharmacy and is not FDA-approved. It comes for clean, easy daily use. A prescription is required, and a licensed provider decides whether it is appropriate for you.
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How GHK-Cu works on skin
1Copper peptideIt carries copper, a mineral skin uses in its natural repair processes.
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2Surface supportIt is used for hydration and the look of smoother, more even skin.
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3Early scienceMost research is lab-based, and human studies are small.
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4A daily habitApplied as directed, alongside moisturizer and daily sunscreen.
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GHK-Cu Face Cream in 60 seconds
A quick, plain-English explainer from the KIN Meds care team: what it is, who it may fit, and what to expect.
How your care works
What to expect
Step 1 of 4
Online intake
Tell us about your skin, health history and the products you use now.
Step 2 of 4
Provider review
A licensed provider reviews your intake in 24 hours or less and decides whether treatment is appropriate. If it is not, you are not charged for treatment.
Step 3 of 4
Delivery
If prescribed, it ships from a licensed U.S. partner pharmacy with expedited shipping.
Step 4 of 4
First weeks
Patch test first, then apply as directed. Any change in how skin looks is gradual and varies by person.
30%Share of skin collagen women may lose in the first five years of menopause.
SPF 30+Broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen is the daily minimum dermatologists recommend for exposed skin.
Adults who want to add a peptide product to their routine
People noticing dryness or texture changes with age or menopause
People willing to patch test and use it consistently
Probably not for you if
known allergy or sensitivity to copper or any ingredient
broken, infected or freshly treated skin
pregnancy or breastfeeding, unless your provider approves
Did you know
The numbers.
30%
Share of skin collagen women may lose in the first five years of menopause.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
SPF 30+
Broad-spectrum, water-resistant sunscreen is the daily minimum dermatologists recommend for exposed skin.
Source: American Academy of Dermatology
Your care team
Real providers. Real answers.
Every intake is reviewed by a licensed provider, not a bot. Physicians, nurse practitioners and physician assistants who know hormones, weight and healthy aging, and who treat you like a person.
Licensed in the state where you live
Review in 24 hours or less
Message your care team any time
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Safety information
GHK-Cu Face Cream is compounded by a licensed 503A pharmacy and is not FDA-approved. It has not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness or quality.
Full safety information
Possible side effects include redness, stinging, dryness or an allergic rash. Patch test on a small area first. Avoid broken skin and the eye area, and be cautious combining it with strong acids, vitamin C or retinoids until you know how your skin reacts.
Stop using it and contact the care team if you get significant irritation, swelling or hives. Seek emergency care for trouble breathing or swelling of the face, lips or tongue.
GHK-Cu is a copper peptide used in skin care to support hydration and the look of skin texture. Lab studies suggest it plays a role in skin repair processes, including collagen, but human studies of topical GHK-Cu are small and results vary. It works best as one part of a routine that includes gentle cleansing, moisturizer and daily sunscreen. It is not a treatment for skin disease.
Is GHK-Cu face cream FDA-approved?
No. The sKIN GHK-Cu Face Cream is compounded by a licensed 503A pharmacy for an individual prescription and is not FDA-approved. Compounded products have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness or quality. A licensed provider reviews your skin and health history and decides whether it is appropriate for you.
Can I use GHK-Cu with retinol or vitamin C?
Many people use copper peptides in the same routine as retinoids or vitamin C, but layering strong actives at once can irritate skin. Some dermatologists suggest using copper peptides at a different time of day than vitamin C or exfoliating acids. Add one product at a time, patch test first, and ask the care team how to fit it into your routine.
What are the side effects of GHK-Cu cream?
Most people tolerate topical copper peptides well, but redness, stinging, dryness or an allergic rash can happen, especially on sensitive skin or when combined with other actives. Patch test on a small area before using it on your face. Stop and contact the care team for significant irritation, and seek emergency care for facial swelling or trouble breathing.
How long does it take to notice a difference?
Skin renews slowly, so any change in how your skin looks is gradual, and it varies from person to person. KIN Meds does not promise a specific result. Use the cream consistently as directed, protect your skin with daily sunscreen, and check in with the care team if you have questions or notice irritation along the way.
Do I need a prescription for GHK-Cu cream?
Yes. Because it is compounded for an individual patient by a licensed 503A pharmacy, a prescription is required. You complete a short online intake about your skin, health and current products. A licensed provider reviews it, usually in 24 hours or less, and decides whether treatment is appropriate. If it is not, you are not charged for treatment.
A few quick questions, then a licensed provider reviews your intake in 24 hours or less. If treatment is not appropriate, you are not charged for treatment.
General education, not medical advice. Prescription required. A licensed provider decides whether treatment is appropriate for you. Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed 503A pharmacy and are not FDA-approved. Product imagery is illustrative; actual medication form and appearance may differ.
