Copper Tripeptide-1
Symbol Ct · MW 402 Da
Cosmetic copper-bound tripeptide for skin, hair and wound appearance.
- Discovered
- 1973
- Half-life
- 1 hour
- Approval
- Cosmetic ingredient
Quick facts
- Category
- Beauty
- Route
- Topical
- Molecular weight
- 402 Da
- Half-life
- 1 hour
- Discovered
- 1973
- Approval status
- Cosmetic ingredient
Reported effects
- Skin renewal
- Hair density
- Wound appearance
Overview
Copper Tripeptide-1 is a copper-binding skincare peptide associated with skin repair, collagen support, and visible rejuvenation. It is commonly used in anti-aging products because copper peptides are involved in skin renewal and tissue-repair signaling. Copper Tripeptide-1 may help improve the appearance of firmness, elasticity, smoothness, and overall skin texture. It is also discussed in wound-healing and skin-recovery research because of its role in repair-related pathways. As a beauty peptide, Copper Tripeptide-1 is best known for supporting healthier-looking skin, improved tone, and a more youthful appearance.
Evidence context
Copper Tripeptide-1 evidence summary
Human clinical evidence
Human clinical evidence for Copper Tripeptide-1 may be limited, investigational, region-specific, or unavailable in the local source data. Peptidic avoids treating reported effects as proven clinical outcomes.
Animal, preclinical, or formulation evidence
Copper Tripeptide-1 is listed in a beauty or cosmetic context, where topical formulation data and ingredient claims should be separated from systemic medical claims.
Status and evidence strength
Peptidic lists the approval status for Copper Tripeptide-1 as Cosmetic ingredient. The reported effects below are reference fields from the peptide database, not medical promises. Source links are included later on the page when available so readers can continue review from primary or reputable sources.
How it's taken
- Typical Administration
- Topical
- Typical Dosage
- Common cosmetic concentration is roughly 0.01–0.1%; product formulas vary
- Typical Frequency
- Once or twice daily
There is no established FDA-approved dosage for this peptide. This information is for educational reference only and should not be treated as medical guidance.
Research sources
Source links included from peer-reviewed literature, clinical records, and medical databases for educational research context on Copper Tripeptide-1.
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Frequently asked questions
What category is Copper Tripeptide-1 in?
Copper Tripeptide-1 is listed in the Beauty category on Peptidic.
What route is Copper Tripeptide-1 associated with?
Copper Tripeptide-1 is associated with the topical route in the Peptidic database. This is descriptive route context, not a use instruction.
Is Copper Tripeptide-1 approved?
Peptidic lists the approval status for Copper Tripeptide-1 as: Cosmetic ingredient. Approval details can vary by indication and jurisdiction.
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Last reviewed for educational accuracy: 2026-06-01