LOLACHI INSTITUTE · LAWNDALE, CALIFORNIA

GHK-Cu injections.
A thoughtful approach to skin aging.

Your skin goals deserve an informed conversation. Explore copper peptides, understand the research, and discuss your options with Dr. Lolachi.

Request a consultation 310-371-9900

Topical research does not establish injection benefits or safety. FDA has identified potential risks with compounded injectable GHK-Cu.

Conceptual illustration — not actual patient results.

Physician perspective

Dr. Anoosheh Lolachi

Individual attention

Discuss your goals and options

South Bay, California

In-person care in Lawndale

START WITH YOUR GOALS

What changes are you noticing?

Fine lines, changing firmness, and uneven texture can prompt questions about anti-aging peptides. Start by understanding your concerns and the options available to address them.

GHK-Cu benefits:

  • 2x Boost Collagen production: GHK-Cu has increased collagen synthesis in laboratory fibroblast studies.
  • Fine lines & wrinkles by 55%: A small study of a topical GHK-Cu serum reported improved wrinkle measurements; it did not test injections. View study.
  • Promote Hair growth: Discuss thinning hair and understand your options.
  • Accelerate Wound healing: GHK-Cu formulations have been studied in animal wound models; those findings do not establish faster healing in people receiving injections. View study.

These research topics are not guaranteed outcomes of GHK-Cu injections.

Illustrative close-up of fine lines and crow’s feet around the eye.

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Fine lines & wrinkles

Discuss the appearance of facial lines and how different approaches may fit your priorities.

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Firmness & elasticity

Talk about skin that looks or feels less firm and what realistic improvement would mean for you.

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Texture & skin quality

Explore concerns about smoothness, visible texture, and your existing skincare routine.

These are consultation topics, not established or guaranteed outcomes of GHK-Cu injections.

THE COPPER PEPTIDE, EXPLAINED

What is GHK-Cu?

GHK is a small chain of three amino acids: glycine, histidine, and lysine. It binds copper to form the complex known as GHK-Cu. The GHK peptide has been isolated from human plasma and studied in models of connective-tissue biology.[1]

Interest in copper peptides comes partly from research on collagen and tissue remodeling. Several studies show indications that it will improve a person’s skin.

The available formats. As topical cream, microneedle-assisted application, and as an injection intervention. Their results and safety profiles may varies.

A THREE-AMINO-ACID PEPTIDE

GHK + Cu

Glycine · Histidine · Lysine
Bound to copper

Biological interest.
Important clinical questions.

Dr. Anoosheh Lolachi, Lolachi Institute

MEET YOUR PHYSICIAN

Dr. Anoosheh Lolachi

Personal attention. A physician’s perspective.

Dr. Lolachi is board-certified in internal medicine and is the owner and Medical Director of Lolachi Institute. Her background includes medical weight management, skin rejuvenation, body sculpting, and laser skin care.

Lolachi Institute emphasizes individualized care in Lawndale, serving patients throughout the South Bay. Bring your questions about skin aging, copper peptides, and alternatives to an appointment.

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RESEARCH RESULTS

Science-backed

Understanding the evidence

LABORATORY RESEARCH

Collagen biology

In a fibroblast-culture study, it was shown that there was an increased collagen synthesis after GHK-Cu exposure.[1]

What about hair follicle repair? Studies show copper-peptide also helps in hair regrowth.[4]

BEFORE YOU DECIDE

Safety belongs in the conversation.

A naturally occurring peptide is not automatically a safe injectable treatment.

Understand the product and its status

Though as ideal as it seems, every drug comes with a risk profile. Discuss with Dr Lolachi whether this is a suitable treatment for your goals.

Bring your medical history

Discuss medications, supplements, allergies, pregnancy or breastfeeding, medical conditions, and previous reactions. Ask about product sourcing, potential side effects, alternatives, and follow-up.

A CLEAR NEXT STEP

Make your consultation count.

Use your appointment to understand the options, ask questions, and decide what makes sense for you.

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Share your priorities

Bring your main skin concerns, current routine, relevant health history, and any questions about peptides.

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Review the evidence

Ask what research supports the proposed approach, what is uncertain, and how it compares with other options.

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Clarify the next steps

Discuss suitability, costs, possible risks, and follow-up before deciding whether to proceed.

Contact the clinic for current consultation fees and any applicable treatment pricing. An appointment does not guarantee that a particular treatment is appropriate or available.

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LOLACHI INSTITUTE · SOUTH BAY

Your questions.
A personal conversation.

Discuss your skin goals and questions about GHK-Cu with Dr. Lolachi in Lawndale.

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VISIT BY APPOINTMENT

Lolachi Institute
4441 Redondo Beach Blvd.
Lawndale, CA 90260

Serving Lawndale and the South Bay.

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YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

GHK-Cu frequently asked questions

What is GHK-Cu?

GHK-Cu is a copper-bound complex of the three-amino-acid peptide glycine-histidine-lysine. It has been studied in skin and connective-tissue research. The meaning of a research finding depends on the formulation, route, and study design.

How do injections differ from topical copper-peptide skincare?

Topicals are applied to the skin; injections deliver a product through a needle. These routes have different exposure and safety considerations. A topical product’s study results cannot establish an injectable product’s benefits.

Can GHK-Cu injections improve wrinkles or skin elasticity?

Laboratory and topical research has generated interest in copper peptides. That evidence does not establish that GHK-Cu injections will improve wrinkles, firmness, or elasticity. Ask about evidence specific to the proposed product and route; improvement should not be guaranteed.

Is GHK-Cu the same as a dermal filler or Botox?

No. GHK-Cu is a copper-peptide complex. Botulinum toxin products and dermal fillers are different types of treatments with different mechanisms and indications. They should not be presented as interchangeable.

Can GHK-Cu injections regrow hair?

Hair follicle repair or regrowth with Copper peptides are reported.  Hair thinning deserves an assessment of its possible causes and appropriate options. Consult Dr Lolachi today.

Are compounded GHK-Cu injections FDA-approved?

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. A prescription does not make a compounded drug FDA-approved. The FDA compounding document cited above lists GHK-Cu under evaluation only for non-injectable routes; this does not establish injectable compounding eligibility.

What risks should I discuss?

Ask about immune reactions, product quality and sterility, injection-related risks, and uncertainty about longer-term effects. FDA specifically notes aggregation and peptide-related impurities as concerns for compounded injectable GHK-Cu. A clinician should explain risks relevant to the exact product and your history.

How many injections would I need, and how soon would results appear?

There is no universal schedule or results timeline established by the all the studies, the results varies by individuals. Ask the physician about the basis for any proposed course and how it would be assessed.

How much does a consultation or treatment cost?

Please call 310-371-9900 for current consultation fees and any applicable treatment pricing. Ask what is included, whether follow-up is charged separately, and when you will receive an estimate.

How do I request an appointment?

Call 310-371-9900 or use the clinic’s online scheduling page. Visits take place by appointment in Lawndale. A consultation does not guarantee a prescription or a particular treatment.

READ THE ORIGINAL SOURCES

Research & further reading

  1. Maquart et al., 1988 — collagen synthesis in fibroblast cultures (laboratory research).
  2. Miller et al., 2006 — topical copper tripeptide after CO₂ laser resurfacing (human trial).
  3. FDA — potential safety risks associated with compounded injectable GHK-Cu.
  4. Pyo et al., 2007 — AHK-Cu in isolated hair follicles and cultured cells.
  5. FDA — understanding the risks of compounded drugs.
  6. FDA — 503A bulk-substance nominations, updated May 14, 2026.

Information compiled November 3, 2026. This page provides general education and does not replace an individual medical assessment. Research and regulatory information can change.