Anti-Aging Peptides. Built for Researchers.
Anti-aging peptides are short amino acid sequences studied for their ability to modulate the biological mechanisms that drive cellular aging — including telomere shortening, growth hormone decline, collagen loss, and systemic inflammation. Aevitas supplies seven research-grade compounds at ≥98% HPLC purity, each paired with primary literature and an independent third-party certificate of analysis.
- ≥98%
- HPLC-verified purity
- 7
- Research compounds
- 3rd-party
- Independent COA lab
- 40+
- Years of peptide science
The science
What are anti-aging peptides?
Anti-aging peptides are bioactive compounds of 2–50 amino acids that act as precise molecular signals in aging-related biological pathways. Unlike broad-spectrum antioxidants, research peptides target specific receptors and transcription networks: GHRH receptors (Sermorelin, CJC-1295), ghrelin receptors (Ipamorelin), telomerase enzyme systems (Epitalon), and pleiotropic gene networks (GHK-Cu, which modulates 4,082 human genes). Their short half-lives, receptor specificity, and well-characterised pharmacokinetic profiles make them tractable candidates for controlled aging research.
The research landscape spans four primary domains: telomere biology, growth hormone axis restoration, collagen and ECM remodeling, and neurological protection. Each domain corresponds to a distinct class of peptides with its own peer-reviewed evidence base — from Khavinson's telomerase activation studies (PMID: 12665553) to Pickart's landmark gene expression analysis of GHK-Cu (PMID: 29987172).
By research goal
Pick a research pathway.
Peptides are studied across four primary anti-aging domains. Each pathway has a distinct evidence base and corresponding research compounds.
Research goal
Cognitive
Peptides studied for neuroprotection, neurotrophin upregulation, BDNF modulation, and dopaminergic system support — the research landscape of cognitive peptides.
Explore cognitive peptides →Research goal
Longevity
Peptides studied for telomere biology, epigenetic aging, GH-axis restoration, and systemic tissue remodeling — the core pillars of longevity science.
Explore longevity peptides →Research goal
Recovery
Peptides studied for tendon repair, ligament healing, musculoskeletal regeneration, and GI mucosal restoration — the research basis for peptide-assisted recovery science.
Explore recovery peptides →Research goal
Skin
Peptides studied for collagen synthesis, dermal remodeling, wound healing acceleration, and barrier function — the evidence base behind research-grade skin peptides.
Explore skin peptides →Monograph library
Research compounds.
BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound 157)
BPC-157 is a 15-amino-acid synthetic peptide derived from human gastric juice protein that promotes angiogenesis, accelerates tendon and ligament healing, and modulates dopaminergic and serotonergic systems. One of the most studied recovery peptides.
t½ 4h · HPLC ≥98.2%
CJC-1295 (Modified GRF 1-29, No DAC)
CJC-1295 (Modified GRF 1-29) is a protease-resistant GHRH analog with a 30-minute plasma half-life that provides sustained GHRH receptor stimulation and is most commonly stacked with Ipamorelin for synergistic GH pulse amplification.
t½ 0.5h · HPLC ≥98.4%
Epitalon (Epithalamin Tetrapeptide)
Epitalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide derived from the pineal gland extract Epithalamin. It is the most studied peptide for telomerase activation, extending telomere length in human fibroblast and lymphocyte models. Also modulates melatonin synthesis and antioxidant pathways.
t½ 0.75h · HPLC ≥98.8%
GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1)
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide that stimulates collagen synthesis, activates tissue repair, and modulates over 4,000 human aging-related genes. Plasma concentrations decline ~60% between ages 20 and 60.
t½ 0.5h · HPLC ≥98.5%
Ipamorelin (GH Secretagogue)
Ipamorelin is a selective pentapeptide GH secretagogue that stimulates pituitary GH release without elevating cortisol, prolactin, or ACTH. The cleanest GHRP profile among studied GH secretagogues, typically stacked with CJC-1295 for synergistic GH pulse amplification.
t½ 2h · HPLC ≥98.6%
Sermorelin (GHRH 1–44)
Sermorelin is a 44-amino-acid GHRH analog that stimulates pituitary somatotrophs to release growth hormone physiologically. It preserves the GH feedback loop — unlike exogenous GH — making it the primary tool for studying GH-axis restoration in aging research.
t½ 0.25h · HPLC ≥98.1%
Evidence base
Grounded in primary literature.
Every claim on Aevitas is traceable to a peer-reviewed source. Three landmark studies the catalog is built from:
Biomedicines · PMID 29987172
Pickart & Margolina, 2018
GHK-Cu modulates 4,082 human genes — activating tissue-repair pathways and suppressing SASP markers linked to cellular aging.
Current Pharmaceutical Design · PMID 29210636
Sikirić et al., 2018
BPC-157 promotes angiogenesis, accelerates tendon-to-bone healing, and protects GI mucosal integrity across multiple preclinical models.
Bulletin of Experimental Biology · PMID 12665553
Khavinson et al., 2003
Epitalon (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly) activates telomerase reverse transcriptase in human fibroblasts and lymphocytes, extending telomere length.
Quality assurance
The Aevitas standard.
≥98% HPLC Purity
Every compound is verified by high-performance liquid chromatography before shipment. No product leaves our facility below threshold. The chromatogram is public.
Search the COA library →Independent Third-Party Lab
Purity verification and identity testing are performed by an accredited external laboratory — not in-house. COAs include the lab name, report date, and full chromatogram.
Our quality process →Primary Literature Attached
Every peptide monograph links to its primary research. Our research library summarises landmark studies — methods, findings, limitations, and PMID citations — in plain language.
Browse research library →Protocols
As reported in the literature.
GHK-Cu Skin Rejuvenation Protocol
Research protocol examining GHK-Cu's effects on dermal collagen synthesis, wound repair, and antioxidant gene expression. Drawn from fibroblast and animal skin-aging literature.
BPC-157 + TB-500 Injury Recovery Protocol
Combined musculoskeletal repair protocol: BPC-157 for angiogenesis and fibroblast migration, TB-500 for actin dynamics and satellite cell activation — complementary mechanisms from separate study groups.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
- What are the best anti-aging peptides for research? +
- The most studied injectable anti-aging peptides are GHK-Cu (copper tripeptide-1) for gene expression modulation and collagen synthesis, Epitalon for telomerase activation, Sermorelin and Ipamorelin for GH-axis restoration, BPC-157 for tissue repair and angiogenesis, and CJC-1295 as a long-acting GHRH analog. Each operates through a distinct, published molecular mechanism. Research applicability depends on the specific aging pathway under investigation.
- What are the best injectable peptides for anti-aging? +
- Injectable peptides studied in anti-aging research include: GHRH analogs (Sermorelin t½ 15 min, CJC-1295 with DAC t½ 6–8 days), GH secretagogues (Ipamorelin t½ 2h), the telomerase activator Epitalon (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly), the pleiotropic gene modulator GHK-Cu, and the tissue-repair peptide BPC-157. The optimal research compound depends on the pathway: GH-axis decline → secretagogues; telomere shortening → Epitalon; skin aging → GHK-Cu; musculoskeletal repair → BPC-157 or TB-500.
- How do anti-aging peptides work? +
- Anti-aging peptides signal through receptor-mediated and intracellular pathways. GHRH analogs (Sermorelin, CJC-1295) bind pituitary GHRH receptors to stimulate pulsatile GH release. Ipamorelin activates GHS-R1a ghrelin receptors. GHK-Cu acts as a pleiotropic gene modulator, regulating 4,082 human genes toward repair and away from senescence-associated phenotypes (Pickart & Margolina, 2018, PMID: 29987172). Epitalon activates telomerase reverse transcriptase in fibroblasts and lymphocytes (Khavinson et al., 2003, PMID: 12665553).
- What is a research-use only (RUO) peptide? +
- A research-use only (RUO) compound is supplied exclusively for in-vitro scientific investigation. RUO peptides have not received FDA clearance for human therapeutic use and are not drugs, foods, or dietary supplements. Researchers using RUO compounds must comply with applicable institutional biosafety protocols and federal regulations. All Aevitas peptides are supplied under this designation with a full certificate of analysis from an independent laboratory.
- How is peptide purity verified? +
- Aevitas verifies purity through independent, accredited third-party laboratories using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). Every batch achieves ≥98% purity before shipment. The full certificate of analysis — including the chromatogram, assay result, and testing laboratory details — is searchable by batch number in the Aevitas COA library at aevitaspeptides.com/coa.
Start with the evidence.
Every peptide ships with its certificate of analysis. Every claim links to its primary source. Every monograph includes mechanism, pharmacokinetics, and the literature it was built from.
All compounds are supplied for in-vitro research use only. Not intended for human or veterinary consumption. Not a drug, food, or dietary supplement. Read the compliance statement →