The Science of Glow: Skin, Gravity, Peptides, and Copper

What if your glow isn’t just about hydration or highlighters—but about restoring cellular balance beneath the skin?

As we age, skin loses elasticity, structure, and volume—not just from collagen loss, but from the pull of gravity, declining hormones, reduced circulation, and a slowdown in the natural repair process. It’s not your imagination: the lower face, jawline, neck, and under-eye areas are the first to show these effects.

But there’s good news: regenerative peptides and copper therapy are changing the way we approach skin health—especially when used strategically, inside and out.

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Skin and the Effects of Gravity

Over time, gravity pulls tissues downward, particularly when skin loses the scaffolding that holds it up:

    •    Collagen and elastin decrease

    •    Circulation diminishes

    •    Lymphatic drainage becomes sluggish

    •    Muscle tone fades

This can lead to crepey skin, jowls, deepening folds, and dullness. While topical creams and facials offer temporary help, the real solution lies in stimulating your skin from the cellular level.

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GHK-Cu: The Copper Peptide Powerhouse

GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine-Copper) is a naturally occurring copper-binding peptide in human plasma. Its levels decline significantly with age—but when replenished, it offers remarkable regenerative properties:

    •    Stimulates collagen and elastin production

    •    Enhances skin firmness and elasticity

    •    Improves wound healing and scar remodeling

    •    Encourages angiogenesis (new blood vessels for nutrient delivery)

    •    Reduces inflammation, pigmentation, and fine lines

GHK-Cu works topically and subcutaneously—and the synergy is powerful when combined.

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Subcutaneous GHK-Cu: Inside-Out Regeneration

While many people are familiar with copper peptide serums, few realize that injectable GHK-Cu can:

    •    Improve skin from the inside by directly stimulating dermal fibroblasts

    •    Support hair regrowth and scalp health

    •    Reduce under-eye puffiness and skin sagging

    •    Improve texture in the lower face, neck, and décolleté

In my practice, I use it 3–5x weekly in short cycles, often in combination with microneedling, BPC-157, and red light therapy.

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Why Copper?

Copper is an essential trace mineral that activates enzymes involved in:

    •    Collagen cross-linking

    •    Melanin regulation

    •    Tissue remodeling and angiogenesis

When delivered in a biologically active form (like GHK-Cu), it supercharges your skin’s ability to repair and renew.

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My Skin Tightening Protocol

For patients looking to lift, firm, and rejuvenate their skin, I use a layered strategy:

    1.    Subcutaneous GHK-Cu injections 1–2 mg, 3–5x/week in cycles

    2.    Topical Asterwood GHK-Cu serum AM/PM, especially after cleansing or microneedling

    3.    Liposomal copper (Quicksilver AL-Cu) 1 tsp daily for internal support

    4.    Microneedling + Red light therapy weekly or biweekly

    5.    Collagen peptides, vitamin C, and omega-3s to nourish from within

🧴 Download my full PDF Skin Tightening Protocol here (sandbox:/mnt/data/TeleDocWell_Skin_Tightening_Protocol.docx)

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Final Thoughts

True glow isn’t superficial. It’s the result of cellular vitality, circulation, repair, and the strategic use of regenerative tools like peptides and copper.

If you’re ready to restore firmness, radiance, and structure from the inside out—let’s build your skin optimization plan together.

– Dr. Laura