Plant sourced Human Tripeptide-1 is one of the most advanced and innovative ingredients you will find in Emma Lewisham products. What makes it really special is that it is found naturally in the human body.  

Also known by the acronym “GHK” for the amino acids it contains (glycine, histidine and lysine), Human Tripeptide-1 was discovered in 1973 when it was found in human plasma. It was researched for its ability to trigger old liver tissue to synthesise proteins in the same way that younger tissue does. 

Since this discovery, Human Tripeptide-1 has been extensively researched and found to have important effects in remodelling, repairing and maintaining multiple tissue types around the body, including the skin. It can be thought of as a conductor of tissue repair and maintenance. This incredible research history, particularly the studies of therapeutic nature, make this one of the most extensively researched cosmetic peptides.

So, how does this translate to skincare? By harnessing a plant derived form of Human Tripeptide-1 in our skincare, we are able to tap into the action of this unique ingredient to trigger our skin’s innate repair mechanisms without actually having to damage the skin.

When these repair mechanisms are activated, one of the functions triggered is the production of repair proteins, such as collagen. Collagen is essential for providing structure, strength, and elasticity to the skin, however our skin’s ability to produce collagen declines with age, leading to a loss of skin firmness, sagging, and the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. So, by harnessing Human Tripeptide-1 in our skincare, we can essentially bio hack this innate reparative skin function for superior results in wrinkle prevention and reduction. 

You can find a microencapsulated plant sourced derivative of Human Tripeptide-1 in Emma Lewisham’s Supernatural Vitale Face Elixir and Supernatural Face Crème Riche as well as a hybrid molecule with caffeic acid in the Skin Reset Eye Crème.