Peptide class
Cosmetic peptides
Cosmetic peptides are a group of compounds that share a common mechanism. This page lists every Cosmetic peptide in the CalculatePeptide database with links to individual dosage and reconstitution calculators.
Cosmetic peptides in this calculator
Cosmetic dosage comparison
Side-by-side factual comparison of common vial sizes, reported half-life, and mechanism. No dose recommendations.
| Peptide | Common vial sizes | Reported half-life | Mechanism |
|---|---|---|---|
| GHK-Cu | 50, 100, 200 mg | ~hours | A copper-binding tripeptide isolated from human plasma, studied for its role in extracellular matrix signaling and wound healing. |
| Melanotan-2 | 10 mg | ~hours | A synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of alpha-MSH that binds to melanocortin receptors including MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R. |
| PT-141 (Bremelanotide) | 10 mg | ~2 hours | A melanocortin receptor agonist metabolite of Melanotan-2 with activity directed at the MC4R receptor subtype. |
Cosmetic peptide FAQ
What are Cosmetic peptides? +
Cosmetic peptides are a group of compounds that share a common mechanism. This page lists every Cosmetic peptide in the CalculatePeptide database with links to individual dosage and reconstitution calculators.
Which Cosmetic peptides does this calculator support? +
The calculator supports GHK-Cu, Melanotan-2, PT-141 (Bremelanotide).
Are Cosmetic peptides FDA-approved? +
Some Cosmetic peptides have FDA-approved branded versions; research-use versions of the same molecule are regulated differently and are not approved for human consumption.