GHK‑Cu — Subcutaneous Dosage Guide for Skin Tightening
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This article is intended as an educational, guidance only. It does not replace medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before using peptides.
Quick summary
Recommended subcutaneous dose for skin tightening: 1–2 mg per day (or every other day). Typical cycle: 3–4 weeks on, then a break. Reconstitute the 50 mg vial with 5 mL of BAC water to reach a concentration of 10 mg/mL.
What you'll need
- GHK-Cu peptide vial (50 mg)
- Bacteriostatic water (BAC water)
- Insulin syringes (29–31 gauge, U-100; 0.3–1 mL)
- Alcohol wipes, cotton pads, sharps container
Step 1 — Reconstitution
Reconstitute the 50 mg vial with 5 mL BAC water to achieve a concentration of 10 mg/mL. Clean vial tops with alcohol, slowly add the water down the vial wall, and gently swirl until dissolved. Do not shake.
Step 2 — Dosage Calculations
At 10 mg/mL concentration:
- 1 mg dose = 0.10 mL (10 IU on an insulin syringe)
- 2 mg dose = 0.20 mL (20 IU)
Step 3 — Subcutaneous Injection
- Wash hands and clean the injection site with an alcohol wipe (stomach, thigh, or love handle).
- Pinch a 1–2 cm fold of skin.
- Insert the insulin syringe at a 45–90° angle into the pinched skin.
- Inject the calculated volume slowly, wait 2–3 seconds, then withdraw the needle.
- Dispose of the needle in a sharps container and store the reconstituted vial in the fridge (2–8°C).
Suggested protocol
Dose: 1–2 mg per day (or every other day).
Cycle: 3–4 weeks on, then a break.
Time to notice effects: 4–8 weeks of consistent use.
- Store reconstituted peptide refrigerated (2–8°C). Use within 20–30 days.
- Never share or reuse needles; always use sterile technique.
- Start at the lower end (1 mg) to assess tolerance before increasing.
- Educational purposes only; administer under professional guidance.
Printable Quick Reference
50 mg vial → add 5 mL BAC water → 10 mg/mL Dose conversions: • 1 mg = 0.10 mL = 10 IU • 2 mg = 0.20 mL = 20 IU Doses per vial (approx.): • 50 mg (5 mL) → 50 doses @1 mg / 25 doses @2 mg
Disclaimer: Educational content only. Consult a clinician before use. Verify vendor-specific storage and handling instructions.