Copper Peptide Cream (GHK-Cu)

What's in it?

The active ingredient is GHK-Cu (copper peptide) at 0.5%, a clinical-strength dose that supports collagen and elastin production, helping skin repair itself and fade the appearance of discoloration and scarring.

Is this the same as GHK-Cu injections?

No. Belle offers GHK-Cu in two separate products, each with its own prescription and its own plan. They do different jobs:

• Copper Peptide Cream (this one): a topical cream with 0.5% GHK-Cu that you apply once a day and store at room temperature. It works on the spot you put it on: post-blemish marks, acne scars, melasma, dark spots.
• GHK-Cu injection: a peptide injected under the skin, taken in 8-week cycles with a 2-week break. It reaches your whole body, which is what people use it for with overall skin quality, hair and nails. It has its own storage and injection instructions. See "What is GHK-Cu and how do GHK-Cu injections work?"

Skin Glow Complex also contains a smaller amount of GHK-Cu (0.2%), as one of its four ingredients.

If you are not sure which one you have, the product name on your order or plan tells you. Whether to use the cream and the injection together is a question for your provider.

Who is it for?

Copper Peptide Cream is best for people focused on correction and repair, specifically:

• Post-blemish marks
• Acne scarring
• Melasma (including post-pregnancy)

If your main goal is fading marks or evening out past damage rather than anti-aging, this is the one to start with.

How do I use it?

Apply 2 pumps to affected areas once daily. It can be used anywhere on the body, not just the face. One 30 mL bottle lasts a full month. Store at room temperature.

When will I see results?

• 4 to 6 weeks: smoother skin texture
• 8 to 12 weeks: improved firmness and visible fading

Who shouldn't use it?

A licensed provider reviews every order and screens for safety. You should not use Copper Peptide Cream if you are:

• Pregnant or breastfeeding
• Under 18
• Diagnosed with active breast cancer or another hormone-sensitive cancer
• Living with a copper-metabolism disorder (Wilson's or Menkes disease)
• Allergic to copper or heavy metals
• Managing active liver disease, stage 4 or 5 kidney failure, or transfusion-dependent anemia
• Dealing with an active infection or malignancy

Is it FDA-approved?

Copper Peptide Cream is a compounded prescription medication prepared by an accredited U.S. pharmacy. Compounded medications are not FDA-evaluated for safety or effectiveness. Belle is LegitScript-certified and works exclusively with licensed U.S. providers and accredited pharmacies.

How do I get it?

Complete a short online screening at joinbelle.com/treatments/skin. A licensed U.S. provider reviews your information and issues a prescription only if it's clinically appropriate for you. No separate consult fee.

Have a question? Reach out to our care team. They're here to help.