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GHK-CuGlutathioneNAD+K-GlowEpithalon
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Find Your Peptide
Which peptide is right for you?
Not every peptide is for everyone — and that's the point. This guide helps you match your health goals to the compounds our NP-led team most commonly discusses. Bring it to your consultation and let's build your Hello Gorgeous RX™ plan together.
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Wellness goal categories
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Peptide profiles explained
$49
Peptide consult · Oswego
1
Identify Your Goals
Find your primary focus in the "Start With Your Goal" section below.
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Explore Your Options
Read the peptide profiles that match — each one does something specific.
3
Book a Consultation
Our NP-led team will review your history and create your personalized protocol.
⚠ Before you start
Educational content only — not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Many peptides discussed here are research-grade or require prescription oversight. All protocols require medical evaluation and provider guidance. Results vary.
1Start with your goal
Start With Your Goal
Select the area that matters most to you right now
Recovery & Healing
Faster recovery from workouts, injuries, surgery, or chronic tissue discomfort.
BPC-157Recovery BlendTB-500HEAL BlendAmino Blend
Energy & Longevity
More sustained energy, mental clarity, cellular health, and slowing the aging process.
NAD+MOTS-cEpithalonSermorelin
Weight & Body Composition
Reducing excess fat, building lean muscle, and improving metabolic health markers.
TirzepatideTesamorelinAOD-9604SermorelinIpamorelin
Focus & Brain Health
Mental clarity, reduced brain fog, cognitive sharpness, and mood stability.
NAD+SemaxSelankSermorelin
Immune & Inflammation
Managing chronic inflammation, autoimmune support, and strengthening immune response.
Low-Dose NaltrexoneGlutathioneBPC-157TB-500
Sleep & Restoration
Deeper, more restorative sleep and improved overnight recovery and repair.
SermorelinIpamorelinCJC-1295Epithalon
Gut Health & Digestion
Supporting gut lining integrity, reducing digestive discomfort, and gut-immune connection.
BPC-157Low-Dose NaltrexoneGlutathione
Intimacy & Vitality
Supporting sexual wellness, desire, confidence, and overall quality of life.
PT-141NAD+Sermorelin
2Meet the peptides
Meet the Peptides
Tap a featured peptide for our full Oswego protocol page where available.
The Copper Peptide
GHK-Cu
A naturally occurring copper-binding peptide that supports collagen signaling, skin renewal, scalp health, and antioxidant defense.
Best for: Skin firmness, fine lines, hair thinning, post-procedure healing
Topical or injectable · 1–2 mg/day
Learn more →
Body Protection Compound
BPC-157
A synthetic peptide derived from a gastric protein. Studied for tissue repair, gut lining support, tendon and ligament recovery, and inflammation modulation.
Best for: Injury recovery, gut health, joint discomfort, post-surgical healing
Injectable · 250–500 mcg/day
Learn more →
Thymosin Beta-4 analogue
TB-500
A synthetic version of Thymosin Beta-4. Promotes cell migration to injured areas, reduces inflammation, and supports new blood vessel formation for whole-body healing.
Best for: Muscle tears, chronic injury, athletic performance, vascular health
Injectable · 2–5 mg/week
Cellular Energy & Longevity
NAD+
A coenzyme central to mitochondrial function, DNA repair, and cellular aging. Levels decline with age; replenishment supports energy, brain function, and resilience.
Best for: Energy, brain fog, healthy aging, metabolism, recovery
IV or injection · 250–500 mg/day
Learn more →
The Master Antioxidant
Glutathione
The body's primary antioxidant, made from three amino acids. Essential for detoxification, immune defense, skin brightness, and reducing oxidative stress at the cellular level.
Best for: Skin radiance, detox, immune support, anti-aging
IV, injection, or oral · 100–300 mg/day
Growth Hormone Support
Sermorelin
A synthetic GHRH analogue that stimulates the pituitary to release growth hormone naturally — supporting sleep, body composition, recovery, and vitality.
Best for: Sleep quality, lean muscle, energy, healthy aging
Injectable · Provider-directed dosing
Learn more →
Metabolic Wellness Support
Tirzepatide
An incretin-based prescription medication that regulates appetite and glucose metabolism. Used in medically supervised weight management and metabolic wellness programs.
Best for: Weight loss, appetite control, metabolic health
Injectable · Prescription only
Body Composition Support
Tesamorelin
A GHRH analogue that stimulates growth hormone release. FDA-approved in specific populations and used in provider-guided settings for visceral fat and metabolic goals.
Best for: Visceral fat, body composition, metabolic wellness
Injectable · Provider-directed dosing
Learn more →
Immune Modulation
Low-Dose Naltrexone
At micro-doses, temporarily blocks opioid receptors triggering a rebound in endorphins and immune regulation. Used off-label for chronic inflammation and autoimmune support.
Best for: Inflammation, autoimmune conditions, pain, mood, gut health
Oral capsule · 1.5–4.5 mg/day
GH Signaling Stack
Ipamorelin / CJC-1295
Often combined: Ipamorelin mimics ghrelin to pulse GH release, while CJC-1295 extends the signal. Together they support sleep, lean muscle, and recovery.
Best for: Sleep, muscle recovery, body composition, performance
Injectable · Provider-directed dosing
Cognitive Wellness
Semax & Selank
Neuropeptide analogues studied for cognitive support and stress-response signaling. Semax targets focus and mental performance; Selank targets calm and resilience.
Best for: Brain fog, focus, stress, mental clarity
Nasal or injectable · Provider-directed
Sexual Wellness Support
PT-141
Bremelanotide — a peptide that acts on melanocortin receptors in the brain involved in sexual desire and arousal. Non-hormonal option for intimacy support.
Best for: Libido, intimacy, sexual wellness (men & women)
Subcutaneous injection · Provider-directed
Learn more →
3Quick reference
At-a-Glance Comparison
See which peptides overlap across multiple goals
| Peptide | Skin/Hair | Recovery | Energy | Weight | Sleep | Brain | Immune | Rx Required |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GHK-Cu | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| BPC-157 | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| TB-500 | — | ✓ | — | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| NAD+ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | — | — |
| Glutathione | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ | — |
| Sermorelin | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| Ipamorelin/CJC | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | ✓ |
| Tirzepatide | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Tesamorelin | — | — | — | ✓ | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Low-Dose Naltrexone | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Semax / Selank | — | — | ✓ | — | — | ✓ | — | ✓ |
| PT-141 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
What to Expect
Your Hello Gorgeous RX™ journey
Consultation
A thorough review of your health history, goals, and labs before any protocol begins
Your Protocol
A personalized plan tailored to your unique needs — not a one-size-fits-all package
Timeline
Most peptides work over weeks to months. Consistency and patience are key to results
Follow-Up
Regular monitoring ensures your plan evolves as your body responds and goals shift
Important to Know
Research Grade
Many peptides are for research use only and not FDA-approved. Our team will guide you through what this means for your care and ensure appropriate use.
Not One Size Fits All
Peptides are not appropriate for everyone. Medical history, current medications, allergies, and lifestyle all factor into what's right for you.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Most peptides discussed here are not appropriate during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Always disclose your status to your provider.
Individual Results Vary
Results depend on your unique biology, consistency, lifestyle factors, and adherence to your provider-guided plan. No outcomes are guaranteed.
Ready to Find Your Protocol?
Your wellness journey is unique. Book a $49 peptide consultation with our NP-led team in downtown Oswego — we'll review your goals, medical history, and build a Hello Gorgeous RX™ plan that's built around you.
Educational content only; not medical advice. Prepared by Danielle Alcala-Glazier · © 2026 Hello Gorgeous Med Spa.
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