Copper Peptides for Acne Reduction

We have received numerous reports from clients who use strong copper peptides to aid in acne reduction. In most cases, the copper peptides are used in conjunction with other anti-acne products.

1. In the morning, apply a light amount of Super GHK-Copper Serum, CP Serum or Super CP Serum. Use very lightly. Start with Super GHK-Copper Serum if you have sensitive skin.

2. At night, apply a 2% hydrdoxy acid such as Exfol Serum or a 10% lactic acid such as LacSal Serum. You can apply these exfoliating serums with cotton balls, small cloth pads, or your fingers. Other products such as 2% salicylic pads available in drug stores may work well. Dermatologists state that salicylic acid penetrates deeply into pores, killing acne-causing bacteria and opening pores.

You can use both together, but hydroxy acids work best if kept at a low pH and mixing with other products can raise the pH level.

SRCPs (Skin Remodeling Copper-Peptides) help reduce the irritation caused by other anti-acne products and allow for their more effective use.

Some clients say the CP Serum reduces excessive skin oil. Try our new product: Sebum Be Gone for additional help in this regard.

If you are using acne products recommended by your dermatologist, we recommend you alternate CP Serum and Exfol Serum one day and your acne product the next day. Common products used alongside copper peptides include benzoyl peroxide, Retin-A and ProActiv.

Some clients with severe cystic acne tell us that Protect & Restore 3 (available at SKIN BIOLOGY ONLINE STORE) markedly reduces their cystic acne.

However, this retinol-containing cream can cause breakouts in people in the age range of 18 to 30.

Anti-acne products and CP Serum can dry out your skin. Emu Oil-S is a strong natural moisturizer that does not increase breakouts.

It's all about patience!!!! I've been consistent about using my products and have been rewarded with a significant improvement. My whole face is sooo much clearer, the cyst on my cheek is 90% gone, all pimples are gone completely and discoloured spots from old pimples are definitely fading. Oh, and I am in love with Emu Oil-S!

I've been alternating Exfol Cream with Exfol Serum to see which works better. Spot treating breakouts with CP Serum and have fallen head-over-heels with Emu Oil-S. I really thought it would make my skin break out, but it does NOT. I am starting to get a nice glow too. If this improvement keeps up I will be able to go without foundation soon enough. Consistent use of lightly applied product is key!

The only thing I've added to this regimen is DMAE (no C in it). Just thrilled with my skin!!

I use Exfol Serum during the day and CP Serum at night with Retin-A. I've not seen my skin this clear in a very very long time.

On June 13, 2003 I purchased the Acne Scar Reduction Kit and cannot believe the incredible results. I have NEVER felt compelled to contact any company with a compliment or testimonial. I have suffered from acne most of my life. I have acne scars that have been on my face for many years. I do not, and have never, avoided the sun, so I suppose I have sun damage along with 36 year-old problematic skin (such as fine lines, oily skin, acne, etc.).

I have used $300 magic potions and $3 drug store remedies and everything in between. I have used Proactiv Acne System and still had acne and it created more discoloration on my face. I have been on Tetracycline and Accutane and still had acne, along with dry skin which I never in my life have had. I have used everything on all the shopping channels, some were expensive and promised the unbelievable (Serious Skin Care, Isomers, Murad, etc.). Some of them even condemned colored copper, although when I used their colorless copper, NOTHING happened - empty promises.

I stumbled across your website and it was so detailed and the prices were so reasonable that I felt "what the heck, I've tried everything else". THANK YOU!!! The discoloration has been significantly reduced. I haven't even used the entire bottles of CP and Exfol serums and the results are unbelievable. I can't wait to see the results as I continue using these products. I do have some acne break-outs although not nearly as bad, nor do they leave the discoloration. I am anxious to explore some of your other products.

Thank you, again, for the fabulous products along with the science and information posted on your website.

I have been using your products for about 3-4 months and getting terrific results. I had horrible chronic acne, and then I started using 2% salicylic acid (Demalogica medicated clearing gel) day and night, and over it placing P&R 7 during the day and CP Serum at night. Now my acne is totally clear, and my acne scars are much less bright brownish/red in appearance!

P. S. I have also been using your shampoo and conditioner on my fine and thinning hair, and it is better than ever. I get more complements on my hair now than ever before! Thank you!!

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Product	Price From	Order
Acne Scar Reduction Test Kit Helps determine which serums or creams are best for your skin. Contains 1 oz. Super CP Serum, 5ml LacSal Serum 1/4 oz. Super Cop 2X - Extra Strength, 1/4 oz. Exfol Cream	$30.95
CP Serum 1 or 4 oz. bottle	$22.95
Super CP Serum 1 or 4 oz. bottle	$24.95
Exfol Serum - 2% Hydroxy Acid 1 or 4 oz. bottle	$11.00
LacSal Serum - 10% Hydroxy Acid (1.7 oz)	$17.95
ORDER PRODUCT COMBOS Choose from CP Serum or Super CP Serum + an Exfoliator of your choice!	$29.95